Nominate

Definition

Nominate refers to the act of formally proposing or recommending a particular person or thing for a position or for a role, based on qualifications, suitability, or preference.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈnɑmɪˌneɪt/
• Respelling: NOM-i-nate (with "NOM" as in "nominate," "i" as in "sit," and "nate" as in "gate")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈnɒmɪˌneɪt/
• Respelling: NOM-i-nate (with "NOM" as in "nominate," "i" as in "sit," and "nate" as in "gate")

In both dialects, "nominate" places the primary stress on the first syllable, "NOM." The pronunciation remains consistent across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "NOM-i-nate."

Etymology

The word "nominate" comes from the Latin verb "nominare", derived from "nomen" meaning "name". Historically, to nominate was to name, assign, or specify.

Derivatives

• Nominee
• Nominator
• Nomination
• Nominative
• Nominally

Synonyms

• Appoint
• Propose
• Recommend

Antonyms

• Withdraw
• Omit
• Disqualify

Usage

"Nominate" is frequently utilized when discussing the selection of individuals for specific positions or awards, especially in political, academic, or professional settings.

• The president will nominate a new judge for the Supreme Court vacancy.
• Members of the committee can nominate candidates for the leadership role.
• She was nominated for the Best Actress award.

Related Terms

• Elect
• Endorse
• Designate

Detailed Definition

Verb

• Propose Formally: To formally suggest someone for a position, role, duty, or honor.‍
• Example: The board will nominate a replacement director at the annual meeting.

• Name or Specify: To specify or identify by name.‍
• Example: The species was nominated based on its unique characteristics.

• Endorse or Support: To back or endorse someone for a particular position or honor, especially in politics.‍
• Example: The party decided to nominate her as their candidate for the upcoming elections.