Suggest

/səɡˈdʒɛst/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to propose or recommend something for consideration.

I suggest going to the new restaurant downtown.

to imply or indicate something without saying it directly.

His tone suggested that he was not happy with the decision.

to bring something to someone's attention.

She suggested that we review the report before submitting it.

to offer an idea or plan for others to think about.

The teacher suggested several ways to approach the project.

From Latin 'suggerere', meaning 'to bring to mind'.

suggest a course of action

to propose a specific method or plan to deal with something.

suggest changes

to recommend alterations or modifications.

what do you suggest?

a question asking for someone's recommendation or opinion.

recommend

to suggest something as being good or suitable.

advise

to offer suggestions about the best course of action.

hint

a subtle or indirect suggestion.

to throw out an idea

He just threw out a suggestion about where to eat.

to give someone a nudge

I was just suggesting you might want to think about applying for that job.