applies

[əˈplaɪz]

applies Definition

• 1. make a formal application or request.
• 2. be applicable or relevant.

Using applies: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "applies" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She applied for a job at the company.

• Example

  The rule applies to everyone, regardless of their status.

• Example

  This law does not apply to foreign nationals.

• Example

  The same principle applies to this situation as well.

applies Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for applies

• request
• petition
• propose
• put in
• put forward

Antonyms for applies

• withdraw
• retract

Phrases with applies

• apply oneself

  devote oneself to a particular task or purpose with diligence or concentration

  Example

  If you apply yourself, you can finish the project by the deadline.

• apply one's mind

  focus one's thoughts or attention on something

  Example

  He applied his mind to solving the problem.

• apply pressure

  exert force or influence on someone or something in order to achieve a particular result

  Example

  The government is applying pressure on the company to reduce its carbon emissions.

Origins of applies

from Old French 'apliquer', meaning 'to put into practice'

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Summary: applies in Brief

To 'apply' [əˈplaɪz] means to make a formal request or be relevant to a particular situation. Examples include 'She applied for a job at the company,' and 'The rule applies to everyone.' Phrases like 'apply oneself' and 'apply pressure' denote devoting oneself to a task or exerting influence to achieve a result, respectively.