noun · neutral
application
/ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/ap·pli·KA·tion
a formal request (often written) or the act of putting something into use
Examples
“She submitted her job application online before the deadline.”
“The application of this technology could reduce energy use.”
“Many students fill in multiple scholarship applications.”
Band 8 sentence
“Her application for the fellowship was persuasive because it combined strong research design with clear societal impact.”
Collocations
- job application
- submit an application
- application form
Word family
Common mistakes
I send my application yesterday.→I sent my application yesterday.
He filled many application forms.→He filled in many application forms.
The application of this rule make problems.→The application of this rule makes problems.
Say it for a higher band
5form→6request→7+application
Synonyms
request
use
Easily confused
request
“He made a request for extra time on the project.”
form
“Please complete the registration form and return it to the office.”
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