Synonyms for

Asks

Verb / æsks / Another word for asks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To inquire or request information from someone.

Synonyms & similar words

require callfor obviate inquire necessitate need demand postulate take involve expect enquire ask inquires questions queries interrogates probes grills examines investigates seeks solicits beseeches implores pleads requests begs craves entreats petitions prays supplicates

Synonyms by register

Formal

inquires requests interrogates solicits

Informal

wonders queries wants to know gets the scoop

Literary

beseeches implores interrogates

Antonyms

answers replies responds states declares informs

Common collocations

  • asks a question
  • asks for help
  • asks permission
  • asks directions
  • asks a favor
  • asks why
  • asks about
  • asks for

Word family

noun ask
verb ask
adjective asking

Usage note

The word 'asks' is the third-person singular present tense of 'ask'. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. Be mindful of prepositions that follow; 'ask for' is used for requests, while 'ask about' is for information.

Example sentences

  1. The little girl asks her mother for a piece of candy.
  2. He asks his friends if they want to play soccer after school.
  3. The teacher asks the class to be quiet during the test.
  4. The police officer asks the witness to describe what they saw.
  5. The journalist asks the politician tough questions during the interview.

Quotes

  • He that questioneth much shall learn much.
  • The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute, the man who does not is a fool for life.
  • Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.

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