1. formal written statements presented by parties in a legal case that outline their claims, defenses, and arguments
Usage: legal
2. earnest requests or appeals, especially emotional ones

Examples

• The lawyer filed the pleadings with the court before the deadline.
• Both parties submitted their pleadings outlining their positions in the dispute.
• The judge reviewed all the pleadings before making a decision.
• Her pleadings for mercy fell on deaf ears.
• Despite his desperate pleadings, she refused to change her mind.
• The court requires all pleadings to be properly formatted and signed.
• His emotional pleadings convinced them to reconsider their decision.