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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I once watched him spend an entire bus ride diagnosing a fellow passenger’s goiter and then offering her advice about which kind of doctor she should consult.

From The Wall Street Journal

The real death toll is believed to be much higher, and military experts we have consulted believe our analysis of cemeteries, war memorials and obituaries might represent 45-65% of the total.

From BBC

“What Sam’s Club in China did well was strictly prioritize the premium consumer” consistently over time, said Jordan Berke, founder of digital-retail consulting firm Tomorrow and former head of e-commerce for Walmart China.

From The Wall Street Journal

In January, he started his marketing consulting firm, which helps businesses grow on social media.

From BBC

States receiving funds had to consult with unions, native American tribes and “local community organizations” on their plans to expand broadband.

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