consult

[kuhn-suhlt, kon-suhlt, kuhn-suhlt] / kənˈsʌlt, ˈkɒn sʌlt, kənˈsʌlt /

VERB

ask, confer

Synonyms

STRONGEST

argue brainstorm call in consider deliberate discuss examine huddle interview negotiate respect review turn to

STRONG

cogitate collogue commune confab confabulate debate flap interrogate parlay question regard treat

WEAK

ask advice of be closeted with compare notes groupthink kick ideas around pick one's brains put heads together refer to seek advice seek opinion of take a meeting take account of take counsel talk over toss ideas around

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore neglect

STRONG

answer reply

Example Sentences

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The father, who hadn’t initially pursued all his parental rights, sought joint guardianship and requested he be consulted on parental decisions.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We encourage customers to consult a qualified tax professional to understand how the information provided applies to their individual situation,” the spokesperson told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch

My recommendation is to consult a trusted financial adviser if you have access to one.

From MarketWatch

He wasn’t consulted on a decision to transfer one of his subordinates to another division and worried he would be legally liable for the move.

From The Wall Street Journal

In fact, he says they’re the reason Music Mogul AI includes optional consulting — one-on-one strategy sessions designed to complement the software.

From Los Angeles Times

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