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

About 4,800 students in that age group were referred during the 2024-25 academic year alone, the most recent school year for which data is available. — Kristian Hernández, San Antonio Express-News, 15 Oct. 2026

The following school year, 42 students 10 to 13 were referred by the school police — more than had been referred in the previous six years combined. — Rosie Cima, New York Times, 15 Oct. 2026

Phil DiMartino referred questions about the case to the prosecutor’s office. — Kansas City Star, 15 Oct. 2026

The Department of Transportation referred The Hill to Duffy’s past statement on Beyer’s letter. — Mira Bhakta, The Hill, 14 Oct. 2026

Phrases Containing refer

• refer (to)