application

/ˌæp.lɪˈkeɪ.ʃən, ˌæp.lɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

a piece of software or a tool used to perform a specific function or set of functions.

“The new application for editing photos made it easy to enhance images.”

2. noun

the act of applying for something, such as a job or college.

“Her application to the graduate program was accepted after several rounds of interviews.”

3. noun

a formal request to a government official, especially for a grant or a favor.

“The mayor received many applications for the new community center.”

4. verb

to apply something, such as a principle or a rule.

“The new policy will be applied to all employees starting next month.”

5. verb

to seek something, such as a job or a grant.

“She is applying for several scholarships to fund her education.”

Synonyms

  • petition
  • request
  • submission

Antonyms

  • denial
  • rejection