Definition

A suggestion or advice about what someone should do or choose, often based on someone's opinion or experience.

Example

I received a recommendation to try the new Italian restaurant in town.

Conversation

Do you have any recommendations for good books to read?

Sure! I recently enjoyed a mystery novel that I could recommend.

That sounds great! What’s the title of your recommendation?

It's called 'The Silent Patient'; I think you'll really like it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recommendation → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "commendare" (meaning to entrust or praise). The word refers to the act of entrusting someone with a suggestion or praise again, often implying a positive endorsement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'entrusting' someone with a suggestion 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'commendare' means to entrust or praise.

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