apply

verb
UK: /əˈplaɪ/
US: /əˈplaɪ/

  1. To request something, usually in writing

    1. I will apply for a new job soon. [ ] [ ]
    2. You must apply in writing to get a refund on the tickets you bought online. [ ] [ ]

  2. To use something or make something work in a particular situation or for a particular purpose

    1. Apply the glue to the broken pieces. [ ] [ ]
    2. This new regulation will apply to all businesses, regardless of their size. [ ] [ ]

  3. To have an effect on someone or something

    1. The new rules apply to everyone. [ ] [ ]
    2. These safety regulations apply to all construction workers on the site during the construction. [ ] [ ]

  4. To put or spread something such as paint or cream onto a surface

    1. Apply sunscreen before going out. [ ] [ ]
    2. She carefully applyed a thin layer of makeup before the party. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

request utilize administer use pertain concern employ prosecute practice relate execute
apply intransitive-verb

  1. To make a formal application or request

    1. I want to apply myself at work. [ ] [ ]
    2. She needs to apply herself more if she wants to pass the exam. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "apply" in English means: To request something, usually in writing, To use something or make something work in a particular situation or for a particular purpose, To have an effect on someone or something, To put or spread something such as paint or cream onto a surface.

The phonetic transcription of "apply" is /əˈplaɪ/ in British English and /əˈplaɪ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "apply": request, utilize, administer, use, pertain, concern, employ, prosecute, practice, relate, execute.

Example usage of "apply": "I will apply for a new job soon.". More examples on the page.