Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Applies.
Applies - as a verb
Put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Example: "Use your head!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
employuseutiliseutilizeHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be pertinent or relevant or applicable
Example: "The same laws apply to you!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
go forholdAsk (for something)
Example: "He applied for a leave of absence"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ask forbespeakcall forquestrequestHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Coat, cover or smear a surface with
Example: "She applied paint to the back of the house"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
coverHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be applicable to; as to an analysis
Example: "This theory lends itself well to our new data"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lend oneselfGive or convey physically
Example: "She gave him first aid"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
giveHypernyms (Closely Related)
administerallotdealdeal outdish outdispensedistributedole outlotmete outparcel outshell outHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Avail oneself to
Example: "Apply a principle"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
practiceuseHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Ensure observance of laws and rules
Example: "Apply the rules to everyone"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enforceimplementHypernyms (Closely Related)
compelobligateobligeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Refer (a word or name) to a person or thing
Example: "He applied this racial slur to me!"
Apply oneself to
Example: "Please apply yourself to your homework"
Example Sentences
"He applies sunscreen to protect his skin from the sun."
"She applies for a job at the local bookstore."
"The teacher applies the new educational methods in the classroom."
"John applies pressure to stop the bleeding."
"The doctor applies a cast to the broken arm."
Word Game Points
Is APPLIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, applies is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
APPLIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is APPLIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, applies is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAPPLIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is APPLIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, applies is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAPPLIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
