Suggested: meaning, definitions and examples

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suggested

 

[ sษ™หˆdส’estษชd ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

common

put forward for consideration

Synonyms

proposed, recommended, recommended.

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Word Description / Examples
suggested

Same as above, used in casual or informal settings when offering an idea or option without strong insistence.

  • She suggested we take a walk after dinner
  • He suggested checking out this movie
recommended

Used when offering a suggestion based on expertise or strong opinion, often implying that the suggestion is the best option.

  • The doctor recommended getting more exercise
  • She recommended visiting the museum for its excellent exhibits
proposed

Used in formal or professional settings when formally putting forward an idea, plan, or suggestion for consideration.

  • The committee proposed a new policy for employee benefits
  • He proposed a novel solution to the project issue

Examples of usage

  • He made some suggested changes to the document.
  • The manager suggested a new approach to the problem.
Context #2 | Verb

formal

offer an idea, proposal, or plan for consideration

Synonyms

advocate, propose, recommend.

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Word Description / Examples
suggested

Use this word when offering an idea for consideration without strong insistence.

  • She suggested that we try the new restaurant in town.
  • He suggested a new approach to the project.
propose

This term is fitting when formally presenting an idea or plan for discussion or decision.

  • He proposed a new schedule for the meetings.
  • They proposed a solution to the problem.
recommend

Use this when giving advice or suggesting something as the best option based on expertise or experience.

  • I recommend reading this book if you want to learn more about the topic.
  • The doctor recommended a course of treatment.
advocate

This word is appropriate when you are actively supporting or arguing in favor of something or someone.

  • She advocates for animal rights.
  • He is advocating a new policy for the company.

Examples of usage

  • She suggested that we postpone the meeting until next week.
  • He suggested taking a different route to avoid traffic.

Translations

Translations of the word "suggested" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sugerido

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคเคพเคฏเคพ เค—เคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช vorgeschlagen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ disarankan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฟั€ะพะฟะพะฝะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sugerowany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆๆกˆใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ (teian sa reta)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท suggรฉrรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sugerido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รถnerilen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ œ์•ˆ๋œ (jean doen)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู‚ุชุฑุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ navrลพenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ navrhovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅปบ่ฎฎ็š„ (jiร nyรฌ de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ predlagan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lagt til

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฑัั‹ะฝั‹ะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒ›แƒแƒ—แƒแƒ•แƒแƒ–แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™klif olunan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sugerido

Etymology

The word 'suggest' originated from the Latin word 'suggestus', meaning to prompt or induce. Over time, the meaning evolved to include offering ideas or proposals for consideration. The verb 'suggest' has been used in the English language for centuries, with its current usage dating back to the 16th century.

See also: suggest, suggestible, suggesting, suggestion, suggestive, suggestively.

Word Frequency Rank

At #996 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.