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solicit
/səˈlɪsɪt/
noun
Solicitation
verb
To persistently endeavor to obtain an object, or bring about an event.
"to solicit alms, or a favour"
To woo; to court.
To persuade or incite one to commit some act, especially illegal or sexual behavior.
"If you want to lose your virginity, you should try to solicit some fine looking women."
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