Ask Definition
ask
verb
- inquire about; "I asked about their special today"; "He had to ask directions several times"
- make a request or demand for something to somebody; "She asked him for a loan"
- direct or put; seek an answer to; "ask a question"
- consider obligatory; request and expect; "We require our secretary to be on time"; "Aren't we asking too much of these children?"; "I expect my students to arrive in time for their lessons"
- address a question to and expect an answer from; "Ask your teacher about trigonometry"; "The children asked me about their dead grandmother"
- require as useful, just, or proper; "It takes nerve to do what she did"; "success usually requires hard work"; "This job asks a lot of patience and skill"; "This position demands a lot of personal sacrifice"; "This dinner calls for a spectacular dessert"; "This intervention does not postulate a patient's consent"
- require or ask for as a price or condition; "He is asking $200 for the table"; "The kidnappers are asking a million dollars in return for the release of their hostage"
"Ask" in song lyrics
See how ask is used in real songs:
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"When you come to me all you do is ask"
2 Live Crew — Get it Girl -
"'Cause being with you is all I ask"
2 Live Crew — C'mon Babe -
"Before I hit, let me ask"
69 Boyz — Kitty Kitty
Words that rhyme with ask
Usage tips for "ask"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ask" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ask to find words that pair well.