Recommendation

/ˌrɛkəmənˈdeɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A suggestion or proposal as to the best course of action.

She made a strong recommendation for the new marketing strategy.

A statement that endorses someone or something, often for a job or other assertion of skill.

His recommendation for the position highlighted her leadership skills.

Advice or counsel given to someone regarding a particular decision.

The doctor’s recommendation was to follow a healthier diet.

Middle English: from Old French 'recommandacion', or from Latin 'recommendationem', from 'recommendare' meaning 'to commend, recommend'.

to make a recommendation:

to suggest a course of action.

take someone's recommendation:

to accept and act upon someone’s suggestion.

highly recommend:

to endorse something very strongly.

Rec for short.

What's your rec for a good movie?

Rec it!

If you love that band, rec it to your friends!