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ask

The word “ask” has 1 syllable: ask

It's pronounced as /æsk/

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In the thesaurus, “ask” has 67 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ask along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ask

Antonyms for ask

Meanings of ask

  • noun
    1. An act or instance of asking.
    2. Something asked or asked for.
    3. An asking price.
    4. An eft; newt.
    5. A lizard.
  • verb
    1. To request (information, or an answer to a question).
    2. To put forward (a question) to be answered.
    3. To interrogate or enquire of (a person).
    4. To request or petition; usually with for.
    5. To request permission to do something.
    6. To require, demand, claim, or expect, whether by way of remuneration or return, or as a matter of necessity.
    7. To invite.
    8. To publish in church for marriage; said of both the banns and the persons.
    9. To take (a person's situation) as an example.

Example Sentences

  • Please ask the teacher if the assignment is due tomorrow.
  • I wanted to ask a question during the meeting.
  • Don't hesitate to ask for help when you need it.
  • She decided to ask her friend for advice.
  • They will ask the manager for permission before proceeding.

On this page you'll find 79 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ask, such as: angle, answer, appeal, apply, beg, beseech, bid.

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