suggest

[səˈdʒest]

suggest Definition

  • 1to put forward an idea or plan for someone to consider
  • 2to mention something as a possible thing to be done, used, or considered

Using suggest: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "suggest" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Can you suggest a good restaurant in the area?

  • Example

    I suggest we leave early to avoid traffic.

  • Example

    The doctor suggested that I take some time off work.

  • Example

    He suggested going to the beach for the weekend.

suggest Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for suggest

Antonyms for suggest

Idioms Using suggest

  • to occur or come to someone's mind as an idea or solution

    Example

    The idea of starting a business suggested itself to him after he lost his job.

  • to imply or indicate the opposite of what has been said or done

    Example

    His tone of voice suggested the opposite of what his words were saying.

  • to imply or indicate that something is true or likely to be true

    Example

    The evidence suggests that the suspect was at the scene of the crime.

Phrases with suggest

  • to become apparent or obvious

    Example

    The solution to the problem suggested itself after some thought.

  • suggest to someone's mind

    to come into someone's mind as a possible idea or solution

    Example

    The smell of freshly baked bread suggested to her mind that she was hungry.

  • to recommend or advise that someone do something

    Example

    The teacher suggested that the student study more for the exam.

Origins of suggest

from Latin 'suggestus', meaning 'to bring up, supply'

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Summary: suggest in Brief

The verb 'suggest' [səˈdʒest] means to propose an idea or plan for consideration, or to mention something as a possible option. It can be used in various contexts, such as suggesting a restaurant or a course of action. The phrase 'suggest itself' means to become apparent or obvious, while 'suggest to someone's mind' means to come into someone's mind as a possible idea. The idiom 'suggest the opposite' implies or indicates the opposite of what has been said or done.

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