Solicited

Verb

Definition: Ask for or try to obtain (something) from someone.

Synonyms: Request, Ask for, Appeal for

Antonyms: Decline, Reject, Ignore

Examples:

He solicited donations for the charity.
The sales representative solicited new clients.

Mnemonics:

"Soliciting a favor from someone."

Adjective

Definition: Asked for or requested.

Synonyms: Requested, Sought-after, Invited

Antonyms: Unsought, Uninvited

Examples:

She received a solicited invitation to the event.
The response to the solicited survey was positive.

Mnemonics:

"A solicited response means it was requested."

Etymology:

Origin:

Latin 'solicitare', from sollicitus 'anxious' + -are 'to make'

Historical Usage:

The word 'solicit' has been used since the 15th century, primarily in legal contexts regarding obtaining or requesting something from others.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Unsolicited"

Explanation:

Referring to something that is not asked for or requested.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'solicited' with 'unsolicited'.

Explanation:

'Solicited' refers to something that is asked or requested, while 'unsolicited' means something that is not asked for or requested. It is important to differentiate between these two terms in order to accurately convey the intended meaning.