consult

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of CONSULT

to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem <will consult with several experts on the disease before deciding which course of treatment to pursue>

Synonyms advise, confab, confabulate, consult, counsel, parley, powwow, treat

Related Words argue, bandy, bat (around), chew over, debate, deliberate, discuss, dispute, hash (over), kick around, moot, palaver, talk, talk over, ventilate; rehash; coach, guide, tutor; recommend, suggest; direct, refer (to)

to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage <I often consult the dictionary when I am uncertain of a word's exact meaning>

Synonyms consult, go (to), refer (to), turn (to)

Related Words employ, use, utilize; depend (on), rely (on)

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