bespeak

Words with a similar base: bespeak

'bespeak'

[bespeak.v.01] as in: be a signal for or a symptom of

Examples:
These symptoms indicate a serious illness
Her behavior points to a severe neurosis
The economic indicators signal that the euro is undervalued

'bespeak'

[request.v.01] as in: express the need or desire for; ask for

Examples:
She requested an extra bed in her room
She called for room service

Origins

					bespeak (English)
└── bespeken (Middle English (1100-1500))

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