Recommend

usgb/ˌrekəˈmend/
verb

To suggest that someone or something would be good or suitable for a particular job or purpose, or to suggest that a particular action should be done.

I recommend reading this book. It's really interesting.
Visual representation of "recommend" - To suggest that someone or something would be good or suitable for a particular job or purpose, or to suggest that a particular action should be done.

Often appears as...

  • recommend someone for
  • recommend doing something
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Visual representation of "recommend"
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Subtle Suggestion

Recommend can imply a subtle suggestion, not a direct order.

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I would recommend trying the seafood at the new restaurant.
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Personal Opinion

'Recommend' often expresses personal opinion and preference.

Illustration for Personal Opinion
I recommend the blue one, it suits you better.
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Non-imposing

Using 'recommend' can be a polite, non-imposing way of giving advice.

Illustration for Non-imposing
I recommend arriving early to get good seats.
Visual representation of the word "Recommend"

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