ASKED HUMBLY' (4 letters) The term 'REQUESTED EARNESTLY' can be broken down into two crossword solutions, PLED and ASKED HUMBLY. PLED is a verb meaning to make a solemn promise or commitment, usually in a court of law. ASKED HUMBLY is an adverb phrase describing the manner in which a request is made, implying that the requester is being polite and respectful. Together, these two solutions form the phrase 'requested earnestly, ' which describes a situation in which someone is making a sincere and earnest request.