Supplication
Part of speech: noun
Definition: An act of supplicating; a humble request. Specifically, a prayer or entreaty to a god.
Plea
Part of speech: noun
Definition: An appeal, petition, urgent prayer or entreaty.An excuse; an apology.That which is alleged or pleaded, in defense or in justification.That which is alleged by a party in support of his cause.An allegation of fact in a cause, as distinguished from a demurrer.The defendant's answer to the plaintiff's declaration and demand.A cause in court; a lawsuit; as, the Court of Common Pleas. See under Common.
Example sentence: My theory on an existing crisis is that you have to be very strategic about each case's unique elements. If a crisis involves a legal component, you need a communication strategy that complements the company's legal objective. A strategy for a plea deal is different than a case going to trial.