APPLY
Word of the Week
Apply (Aplicar)
verb \ə-ˈplī\
: to ask formally for something (such as a job, admission to a school, a loan, etc.) usually in writing
: to put or spread (something) on a surface, a part of the body, etc.
: to cause (force, pressure, etc.) to have an effect or to be felt
ap·plied
ap·ply·ing
Full Definition of APPLY
transitive verb
1a : to put to use especially for some practical purpose <applies pressure to get what he wants>
b : to bring into action <apply the brakes>
c : to lay or spread on <apply varnish>
2: to employ diligently or with close attention <should apply yourself to your work>
intransitive verb
1: to have relevance or a valid connection <this rule applies to freshmen only>
2: to make an appeal or request especially in the form of a written application <apply for a job>
Examples of APPLY
- For further information, apply to the address below.
- I applied in writing to several different companies.
- You must have a high school diploma for this job. High school dropouts need not apply.
- After applying a thin layer of paint to the wall and letting it dry, apply another coat.
- We applied the ointment to the cut.
- I washed my face and applied fresh makeup.
- Fertilizer was applied to the lawn every two weeks.
Related to APPLY
Related Words affect, concern, interest, involve, touch; associate, connect, couple, interrelate, link, tie in; deal (with), treat
Near Antonyms dally, dawdle, dillydally, fiddle (around), fool around, idle, mess around, monkey (around), play, potter (around), putter (around), trifle