Meaning & Definition of word "Recommendation"
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Recommendation
/ˌrɛkəmənˈdeɪʃən/
noun:
- 1. A suggestion or proposal as to the best course of action.
- Example: She made a strong recommendation for the new marketing strategy.
- 2. A statement that endorses someone or something, often for a job or other assertion of skill.
- Example: His recommendation for the position highlighted her leadership skills.
- 3. Advice or counsel given to someone regarding a particular decision.
- Example: The doctor’s recommendation was to follow a healthier diet.
Etymology
Middle English: from Old French 'recommandacion', or from Latin 'recommendationem', from 'recommendare' meaning 'to commend, recommend'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
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.
Related Words
recommend:
to suggest or endorse something as a good choice.
commendation:
an expression of approval or admiration.
recommendatory:
serving to recommend.
Slang Meanings of recommendation
Meaning: Rec for short.
Example Sentence: What's your rec for a good movie?
Meaning: Rec it!
Example Sentence: If you love that band, rec it to your friends!