request
She made a request for additional funding.
She formally asked for more money.
an act of asking for something formally or politely
The manager submitted a request for vacation time.
The manager formally asked for time off.
Often used in professional or official settings.
to ask for something formally or politely
The customer requested a refund.
The customer formally asked for their money back.
Can be used as a verb or noun.
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'request' in formal or professional settings. For casual contexts, 'ask' is more appropriate.
Gold Rule
Verb vs. Noun
'Request' can be used as both a verb and a noun. As a verb, it means to ask for something formally. As a noun, it refers to the act of asking.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'requeste', from Old French 'requeste', from Latin 'requisitus', past participle of 'requirere' (to ask for).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in professional, official, or polite contexts. Can be used as both a noun and a verb.