Definitions

ask

[ask, ahsk] / æsk, ɑsk /

VERB

question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

challenge demand inquire quiz request

STRONG

buzz canvass catechize direct enjoin examine grill hit institute interrogate investigate needle pump query roast sweat

WEAK

cross-examine give the third degree go over hunt for pick one's brains pop the question pry into put the screws to put through the wringer

Antonyms

STRONGEST

answer reply

STRONG

ignore

WEAK

claim command disinvite insist repudiate tell

VERB

request

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appeal beg call for charge claim demand order petition plead request seek sue urge

STRONG

angle apply beseech bite bum command crave entreat hit hustle implore impose knock levy mooch pray promote requisition solicit supplicate touch

WEAK

contend for file for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

answer deny disclaim give reply

STRONG

disapprove

WEAK

claim disinvite ignore insist repudiate tell

VERB

invite

Synonyms

STRONGEST

propose suggest summon urge

STRONG

bid

WEAK

call upon

Antonyms

WEAK

answer claim command disinvite ignore insist reply repudiate tell

Example Sentences

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“But I’ve met so many people because I’m out here every day. Other gardeners are curious and often ask me, ‘What’s that interesting yellow plant?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

But regulators are hyper-focused on affordability these days and might ask for more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

I did not ask for a chatbot inside my email inbox.

From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026

The BBC has asked West to clarify whether he spoke to An before the alleged action took place on set, to explain his plan or ask for her permission, but has not received a response.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“I need to ask you something,” I say, even though I think I know the answer.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

ask

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