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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Objectivity and neutrality are key tenets of analysts’ work, says Brent Taylor, an adviser with consulting firm J.S.

From Barron's

Healthcare was one of private equity’s most active sectors for investment last year, with a record $190 billion in deal volume, industry consulting firm Bain & Co. estimates.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We will take six months to consult with the relevant authorities, as is procedure, and let you know what is decided.”

From Literature

“I went to the library at Elmers School and consulted the Burke’s guide for information.”

From Literature

Michael Paci, a senior manager at an international consulting firm, tries to be reasonable, but doesn’t think much of charging a $50 steak meal with a beer.

From The Wall Street Journal

consult

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