Suggest
/səˈdʒest/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo put forward an idea or plan for consideration or discussion by another person or group.
/səˈdʒest/
To propose for consideration
I suggest we order pizza for dinner.
💡 Simply: Imagine your friend is planning a party. You're suggesting a fun theme, like a superhero party! You're giving them an idea.
👶 For kids: To give someone an idea.
More Examples
The architect suggested a new design for the building.
Can you suggest a good book to read?
How It's Used
"I suggest we start the meeting now."
"The consultant suggested several changes to improve efficiency."
To evoke a thought, feeling, or idea without stating it directly; to imply.
/səˈdʒest/
To hint or imply
The evidence suggested the suspect was lying.
💡 Simply: It's like when you see your friend wearing a fancy outfit. You *suggest* they might be going somewhere special without them having to tell you.
👶 For kids: To give a hint.
More Examples
His tone suggested he was annoyed.
The painting suggested a sense of tranquility.
How It's Used
"Her smile suggested a secret she wouldn't share."
"The therapist's questions were designed to suggest a potential underlying cause."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
suggest doing something
To propose or recommend an action or activity.
"I suggest doing something fun like going to the beach."
suggest that
To propose or recommend a belief, idea, or course of action.
"The evidence suggests that the defendant is guilty."
From Latin *suggerere* ('to bring up, supply, or hint'), from *sub* ('under') + *gerere* ('to carry, bear').
The word 'suggest' appeared in English around the late 15th century. It's roots are in legal and business environments relating to suggestions for actions or events.
Memory tip
Imagine you're whispering a helpful idea into someone's ear – you're suggesting!
Word Origin
"to bring up, supply, or hint"