application

Form for consideration

Application centers on putting something to use.

An application of force achieves a purpose; an application of paint covers a surface.

The word extends to focused effort: She showed great application to her studies.

A job application or college application is a formal request for consideration.

In computing, an application (or app) is software designed for a specific task: a word processing application.

request

petition

Formal written appeal

documentation · filing · appeal · proposal · inquiry · requisition · candidate · resume · interview · deadline

software

program

Planned sequence of actions

update · interface · functionality · compatibility · utility · suite · patch · license · freeware · shareware

diligence

perseverance

Sustained resolve despite obstacles

thoroughness · steadfastness · tenacity · commitment · dedication · carefulness · focus · attention · earnestness · assiduity

topical

ointment

Medicated skin cream

poultice · balm · gel · patch · compress · dressing · liniment · spray · coating · layer

mobile

smartphone

Handheld connected computer

  • appMobile device software
  • iOSMobile operating system
  • AndroidGoogle's phone platform

touchscreen · tablet · notification · download · GPS · Bluetooth · Wi-Fi · portable · messaging · screenshot

use

utilize

Put to practical purpose

exercise · practice · operate · engage · execute · administer · practical · hands-on · real-world · functional

administration

policy

Adopted principle of action

compliance · regulation · supervision · implementation · procedure · protocol · enforcement · execution · organization · coordination

Categories
Opposites
use/employment

applicationdisuse

Cessation of practice

nonuse · neglect · abandonment · idleness · inaction

effort/diligence

applicationlaziness

Unwillingness to exert oneself

apathy · idleness · negligence · inattention · sloth

formal request process

applicationwithdrawal

Act of taking away

rejection · resignation · acceptance · interview · dismissal

Phrases
Family

applications, applicative, application form, application forms

Familiarity
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G