asked

[ˈæskt]

asked Definition

past tense of 'ask', to say or write something in order to get an answer or information.

Using asked: Examples

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

• Example

  She asked me what time it was.

• Example

  He asked if I wanted to go with him.

• Example

  The teacher asked the students to be quiet.

asked Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for asked

• inquired
• questioned
• queried

Phrases with asked

• ask for

  to request or demand something

  Example

  I'm going to ask for a raise at work.

• ask around

  to ask many people for information or help

  Example

  I asked around, but no one knows where he is.

• ask out

  to invite someone on a date

  Example

  He finally asked her out and she said yes.

Origins of asked

from Old English 'ascian'

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Summary: asked in Brief

'Asked' [ˈæskt] is the past tense of 'ask', which means to say or write something in order to get an answer or information. It is commonly used in everyday conversation and formal settings. Phrases like 'ask for' and 'ask around' use 'ask' to denote requesting or inquiring about something. 'Ask out' is an informal phrase that means to invite someone on a date.