suggesting

[səˈdʒɛstɪŋ]

suggesting Definition

  • 1put forward for consideration
  • 2imply or hint at something

Using suggesting: Examples

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

  • Example

    She is suggesting a new approach to the problem.

  • Example

    The tone of his voice suggested that he was angry.

  • Example

    The evidence suggests that he is guilty.

  • Example

    He suggested going to the beach for the weekend.

suggesting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for suggesting

Antonyms for suggesting

Phrases with suggesting

  • to come to mind as a possible action or solution

    Example

    The idea of taking a break from work didn't suggest itself until I was already feeling burnt out.

  • to propose or recommend something to someone

    Example

    I suggested to my boss that we should hire more staff to handle the workload.

  • to imply or indicate that something is not as it seems or has been presented

    Example

    The report suggests otherwise, indicating that the company's profits have actually been declining over the past year.

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Summary: suggesting in Brief

'Suggesting' [səˈdʒɛstɪŋ] is a verb that means to put forward for consideration or imply/hint at something. It can be used in various contexts, such as suggesting a new approach to a problem or suggesting going to the beach for the weekend. 'Suggesting' also has phrases like 'suggest itself,' which means to come to mind as a possible action or solution.