Meaning & Definition of word "Suggestion"

Suggestion

/səˈdʒɛs.tʃən/

noun:

  • 1. An idea or plan put forward for consideration.
    • Example: She made a suggestion to improve the team’s workflow.
  • 2. A proposal or recommendation.
    • Example: His suggestion was to hold the meeting earlier in the day.
  • 3. An indirect or subtle hint.
    • Example: Her tone had a suggestion of disapproval.
  • 4. The act of suggesting.
    • Example: The suggestion of new policies was met with enthusiasm.

Etymology

From Latin 'suggestio', meaning 'a bringing to mind'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

take a suggestion:

to consider an idea or proposal

suggestion box:

a box where people can submit suggestions or ideas

friendly suggestion:

a politely offered idea or proposal

make a suggestion:

to propose an idea or course of action

Related Words

advise:

to offer suggestions about the best course of action.

hint:

a suggestion intended to help someone to solve a problem.

propose:

to put forward an idea or plan for consideration.

recommend:

to suggest that someone do something.

Slang Meanings of suggestion

Meaning: nod to an idea

Example Sentence: That film was a suggestion, just a nod to something to watch.

Meaning: throw it out there

Example Sentence: Just throwing it out there, we could have tacos for dinner.