Synonyms of refer

refer

verb

ri-ˈfər 

as in to apply

to have a relation or connection

I don't think that rule of play refers to this particular situation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• apply
• relate
• pertain
• affect
• involve
• appertain
• have to do with
• connect
• bear
• concern
• touch
• link
• associate
• interest
• treat
• couple
• deal (with)
• interrelate
• tie in

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of refer

Representatives for the city of Fort Worth referred the Star-Telegram to Goldenrod for specifics about when the project might break ground. — Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2026

The title refers not only to the horror film my protagonist, Maya, is trying to make, but also to the city’s new masters and to those living in a zombified state of willful ignorance. — Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026

The police officer who responded did not issue a ticket, but referred the case to the Placer County District Attorney’s Office for possible prosecution for misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter without gross negligence. — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 15 Sep. 2026

The source said Egyptian authorities instead referred the proposal to security agencies to handle the issue outside the country's official institutions. — Alex Sundby, CBS News, 14 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing refer

• refer (to)