Pray (verb)

1. To make a request, entreaty, or petition to (a deity or spirit).
2. To make a request, entreaty, or petition to (a person in authority or to a person or thing able to grant a favor).
3. To commune with God or a deity, especially by means of supplication.
4. To make supplication or entreaty.
5. To express the hope that an event will occur.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english præġian; akin to old high german priagan to ask, latin precari to entreat, implore.

Examples:

1. She prayed to God for guidance.
2. He prayed for a successful outcome.
3. The congregation prayed together.
4. She prayed for a safe journey.
5. He prayed for good weather for the picnic.