Definitions
There are 12 meanings of the word
Apply.
How to pronounce apply:
Def 1 US
Def 2 UK
Apply - as a verb
Put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Example: "Use your head!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
employ13use3utilise7utilize16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
commit12consecrate14dedicate12devote10
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give8play9play9pull out all the stopsassign7put5ply8address9waste8misapply17misuse8avail8overdrive16overuse10cannibalise15cannibalize24recycle14reprocess13reuse5exploit16work11exploit16tap5extend14strain6exercise17exert12enjoy15take8share8put to workwork11implement15fall backrecur7resort6
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Be pertinent or relevant or applicable
Example: "The same laws apply to you!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
go forhold8Ask (for something)
Example: "He applied for a leave of absence"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ask forbespeak15call forquest14request16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Coat, cover or smear a surface with
Example: "She applied paint to the back of the house"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cover10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be applicable to; as to an analysis
Example: "This theory lends itself well to our new data"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lend oneselfGive or convey physically
Example: "She gave him first aid"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
give8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
administer13allot5deal5deal outdish outdispense11distribute13dole outlot3mete outparcel outshell outHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Avail oneself to
Example: "Apply a principle"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
practice14use3Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Ensure observance of laws and rules
Example: "Apply the rules to everyone"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enforce12implement15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
compel12obligate11oblige9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Refer (a word or name) to a person or thing
Example: "He applied this racial slur to me!"
Apply oneself to
Example: "Please apply yourself to your homework"
Apply - as an adjective
Resembling apples, apple-like.
Of, or pertaining to, apples.
Example Sentences
"I need to apply sunscreen before going outside."
"She decided to apply for a job at the local bakery."
"Please apply a thin layer of paint on the wall."
"He needs to apply more effort if he wants to succeed."
"You should apply the brakes gently to avoid skidding."
Word Game Points
Is APPLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, apply is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
APPLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is APPLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, apply is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAPPLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is APPLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, apply is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAPPLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
