Synonyms for Apply
Definition of apply
verb
- put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose; "use your head!"; "we only use Spanish at home"; "I can't use this tool"; "Apply a magnetic field here"; "This thinking was applied to many projects"; "How do you utilize this tool?"; "I apply this rule to get good results"; "use the plastic bags to store the food"; "He doesn't know how to use a computer"
- be pertinent or relevant or applicable; "The same laws apply to you!"; "This theory holds for all irrational numbers"; "The same rules go for everyone"
- ask (for something); "He applied for a leave of absence"; "She applied for college"; "apply for a job"
9 synonyms found
Writing tips for "apply"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like employ, enforce, give can replace "apply" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 9 alternatives available, "apply" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Apply" in song lyrics
See how apply is used in real songs:
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"I stay fly, the rules still apply"
7L & Esoteric f/ Count Bass D, J-Live — Rules of Engagament -
"But bones'll crack eyes when the pleasures apply"
Tha Beggas — Extreme Pleasures -
"So all take heed, I also will apply"
Beretta 9 f/ Midaz — Who Cares