Suggested
səˈdʒɛstɪd
Definitions
2 meaningsTo put forward for consideration; to propose.
səˈdʒɛst
To propose something for consideration or action.
She suggested going for a walk in the park.
💡 Simply: It's like giving someone an idea or saying what you think should happen. Like when your friend *suggests* you go to the movies tonight!
👶 For kids: To give an idea or say what you think.
More Examples
The architect suggested a different design for the building.
I suggested he read the book before the movie.
How It's Used
"The committee suggested we postpone the meeting."
"The manager suggested a new marketing strategy."
"The witness suggested a possible scenario."
To cause someone to think about (something); to evoke.
səˈdʒɛst
To evoke a particular idea or feeling.
The aroma of coffee suggested the start of a new day.
💡 Simply: When something makes you think of something else, even if it doesn't say it directly. Like a smell that *suggests* freshly baked cookies.
👶 For kids: To make you think of something.
More Examples
The flickering candlelight suggested a hidden presence.
His silence suggested his disapproval.
How It's Used
"The painting suggested a sense of peace."
"The dream suggested underlying anxieties."
"The music suggested sadness."
Synonyms
Advise
Offer
Propose
Recommend
Submit
Evoke
Hint
Imply
Indicate
Idioms & expressions
suggestive of
Indicating or implying something else.
"The clues were suggestive of a crime."
suggest itself
To become apparent or obvious; to occur to someone.
"As we looked at the problem, a solution suddenly suggested itself."
From Middle English suggeren, from Latin suggerere ('to bring up, supply, hint').
The word's usage can be seen in literature dating back to the 16th century, often used to denote subtle influence or indirect guidance.
Memory tip
Imagine someone gently *suggesting* you try a new flavor of ice cream – they're offering an idea, not forcing it on you.
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Word Origin
Root: suggerere