Recommendation

Definition

Recommendation is a noun that refers to the act of suggesting or endorsing something as suitable or beneficial. It can also mean a formal suggestion or advice given by someone in authority.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌrek.ə.menˈdeɪ.ʃən/
• Respelling: rek-uh-men-DAY-shuhn

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌrek.ə.menˈdeɪ.ʃən/
• Respelling: rek-uh-men-DAY-shuhn

Etymology

The word "recommendation" originates from the Latin "recommendare," meaning "to commend or advise," which combines "re-" (again) and "commendare" (to entrust). It entered English in the late 14th century via Old French "recommander."

Derivatives

• Recommend (verb)
• Recommender (noun)
• Recommended (adjective)
• Recommending (verb form)
• Unrecommended (adjective)

Synonyms

• Advice
• Endorsement
• Suggestion

Antonyms

• Criticism
• Rejection
• Opposition

Usage

The term "recommendation" is widely used in professional, academic, and social contexts. Examples include "The teacher wrote a glowing recommendation for her student" and "He followed the doctor’s recommendation to rest."

Related Terms

• Advice: Guidance or suggestions offered as beneficial.
• Endorsement: An act of approving or supporting something.
• Suggestion: An idea or plan proposed for consideration.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The act of suggesting or endorsing something: Refers to the process of proposing something as suitable.
  • Example: "Her recommendation led us to choose the best candidate."
• A formal suggestion or advice: Refers to official guidance provided by an individual or organization.
  • Example: "The committee’s recommendation was to delay the project."
• A letter or statement endorsing someone: Refers to a written or verbal endorsement of a person’s qualifications or character.
  • Example: "The job application required a letter of recommendation."