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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Because of this, people with high blood pressure should consult a health care professional before making the switch.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

For instance, you may consult an insurance broker to purchase a policy of some kind, like life insurance with a long-term-care insurance rider.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Online safety campaigner Baroness Kidron said: "While we consult, children are harmed in real time and we cannot afford to wait."

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Lincoln didn’t mean that leaders must always consult the people before acting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

He knew most things worth knowing, and when he didn’t know, he had a good idea which authority to consult, and would take her into the library to help him find it.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan

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