Definitions:

1. to address a question to and expect an answer from verb
   • I asked them when the bus was coming.
2. to inquire about verb
   • I asked about their special today.
3. to inquire or ask for as a price or condition verb
   • They are asking $200 for the table.
4. to make a request or demand for something to somebody verb
   • I asked the bank for a car loan.
5. to require as useful, just, or proper verb
   • We ask that you wear a shirt at our restaurant.

Synonyms:

• inquire
• need

NearBy Words:

• askance
• askant
• asker
• askew
• asking