What does ASKED mean?

asked

Parts of Speech: verb

Definitions:

• to put a question to someone
• to request something from someone

Pronunciations:

• US: /æskt/
• UK: /ɑːskt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "asked" is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "ask." It originated from the Old English word "ascian" which means "to ask." The word "ask" has been used in the English language since the 13th century and is commonly used in both formal and informal settings.

Synonyms:

• inquired
• requested
• queried
• questioned

Related Words:

• plead
• begun
• posed
• begat
• spake

Example Sentences:

• He asked her if she wanted to go to the movies.
• She asked the waiter for a glass of water.
• They asked the teacher for extra help after class.