consult
/kənˈsʌlt/(verb)
AWL Sublist 5CEFR B2IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
To seek information or advice from an expert or book; to have discussions with someone before making a decision.
Key Academic Collocations
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consultconsultantconsultationconsultancyconsultativeconsulted
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
confer withdeliberateseek advicerefer tocounsel
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"Municipal planning authorities conducted a six-month public consultation process before approving the bypass motorway scheme."
"Before undertaking extensive pharmacological regimens, patients should consult certified medical specialists."
"The curriculum was redesigned in close consultation with leading industrial and engineering employer federations."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
'In close consultation with...' and 'extensive public consultation' are formal phrases for policy and education essays.