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- pronunciation:
- re
k
mend
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Grammatical Patterns
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
recommends, recommending, recommended |
| definition 1: |
to put forward as being worthy of regard or confidence; give endorsement of.
I highly recommend him for the job.Can you recommend a good hotel in the area?The librarian recommended some excellent books to us.The doctor recommended to her a diet that would help control her blood pressure.[verb + to smby/smth + object
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- synonyms:
- commend, endorse
- similar words:
- advocate, approve of, back, boost, favor, promote, root for, second, support, vouch for
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| definition 2: |
to put forward as advisable.
The pharmacist recommended that the medication be taken before bed.[verb + (that) + subjunctive clause
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I recommend that you not make a decision until you've considered the matter seriously.[verb + (that) + subjunctive clause
]
The doctor recommended that I see a specialist.[verb + (that) + subjunctive clause
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The teacher recommended getting some private tutoring for the child.[verb + gerund
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The mechanic recommended having the oil changed more frequently.[verb + gerund
]
- synonyms:
- advise, advocate, counsel
- similar words:
- encourage, enjoin, prescribe, propose, propound, suggest, urge
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| definition 3: |
to cause to appear worthy.
He has little more than his good looks to recommend him for the part.- similar words:
- distinguish, promote
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| related words: |
advance, approve, credit, nominate, refer |
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| derivation: |
recommendable (adj.) |
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