The recommendations of a person or a committee are their suggestions or advice on what is the best thing to do.
The committee's recommendations are unlikely to be made public.
Lord Justice Woolf will make recommendations for reform in his report.
The decision was made on the recommendation of the Interior Minister. [+ of]
Synonyms: advice, proposal, suggestion, counsel More Synonyms of recommendation
2. variable noun
A recommendation of something is the suggestion that someone should have or use it because it is good.
On O'Leary's recommendation, they started with tortellini.
The best way of finding a solicitor is through personal recommendation.
Synonyms: commendation, reference, praise, sanction More Synonyms of recommendation
recommendation in British English
(ˌrɛkəmɛnˈdeɪʃən)
noun
1.
the act of recommending
2.
something that recommends, esp a letter presenting someone as suitable for a job, etc
3.
something that is recommended, such as a course of action
recommendation in American English
(ˌrɛkəmənˈdeɪʃən)
noun
1.
the act of recommending, or calling attention to, a person or thing as suited to some purpose
2.
anything that recommends or makes a favorable or pleasing impression; specif., a letter recommending a person or thing
3.
advice; counsel
Word origin
ME recomendacion < ML recommendatio
Examples of 'recommendation' in a sentence
recommendation
The institutes make some simple recommendations on how to address these problems.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
The recommendation makes no mention of giving judges any discretion to allow publication of the identity of a young offender.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
A planning inspector will then examine it and make a recommendation to the government before it is signed off by the transport secretary.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
We take in strangers on good recommendation.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Many nonprofit organizations use an investment committee to make recommendations regarding the investment of funds.
Christianity Today (2000)
We will consider fully the findings and recommendations made in this report.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
The traffic light system refers to the urgency of any action required after recommendations from the process.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
There are some very good recommendations in the report.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
It wants the report to include recommendations and actions taken to improve compliance.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
That was a good enough recommendation for me.
The Sun (2010)
During this period his committee was making recommendations that could affect some of those businesses.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
His recommendations concern buying goods and services more efficiently.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
He came on a very good recommendation.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The findings and recommendations will be made public but the identities of those whohave provided information will be confidential.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
But they need to receive a recommendation from doctors in Southampton.
The Sun (2014)
He was appointed by the Chancellor after a recommendation by the committee.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
A committee made a recommendation but the government says it won't accept it.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Finding a builder or architect A recommendation is the best way to find a good builder or architect.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
She brings her extensive experience to her blog in the form of beautifully shot video tutorials packed full of tips, advice and product recommendations.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Although the coroner's primary role is to determine the circumstances of each death, she can also make recommendations.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Typically, the consultant hired to advise the compensation committee bases his recommendation on the earnings of the executive's peers.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
The recommendations by the committee strengthen the Bill, which will make access to care and support much easier for people and their carers.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
While his committee 's recommendations are not binding, it is a useful way for ministers to impose reform without formally intervening in the running of the game.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
In other languages
recommendation
British English: recommendation /ˌrɛkəmɛnˈdeɪʃən/ NOUN
The recommendations of a person or a committee are their suggestions or advice on what is the best thing to do.
Most people choose a product on the recommendation of others.
American English: recommendation
Arabic: تَوْصِيَة
Brazilian Portuguese: recomendação
Chinese: 推荐
Croatian: preporuka
Czech: doporučení
Danish: anbefaling
Dutch: aanbeveling
European Spanish: recomendación
Finnish: suositus
French: recommandation
German: Empfehlung
Greek: σύσταση συμβουλή
Italian: suggerimento
Japanese: 勧め
Korean: 추천
Norwegian: anbefaling
Polish: rekomendacja
European Portuguese: recomendação
Romanian: recomandare
Russian: рекомендация
Latin American Spanish: recomendación
Swedish: rekommendation
Thai: การแนะนำ
Turkish: öneri
Ukrainian: рекомендація
Vietnamese: sự khuyến nghị
Chinese translation of 'recommendation'
recommendation
(rɛkəmɛnˈdeɪʃən)
n(c/u)
推荐(薦) (tuījiàn) (个(個), gè)
on the recommendation of在 ... 建议(議)下 (zài ... jiànyì xià)
1 (noun)
The committee's recommendations are unlikely to be made public.
Synonyms
advice
Don't be afraid to ask for advice when ordering a meal.
proposal
the government's proposals to abolish free health care
suggestion
I have lots of suggestions for the park's future.
counsel
He had always been able to count on her wise counsel.
guidance
They improve their performance under the guidance of professional coaches.
exhortation (formal)
We have been bombarded with exhortations to take more exercise.
urging
2 (noun)
The best way of finding a solicitor is by personal recommendation.
Synonyms
commendation
Both teams deserve commendation for their performance.
reference
The firm offered to give her a reference.
praise
I have nothing but praise for my employees.
sanction
The king could not enact laws without the sanction of parliament.
approval
The proposed modifications met with widespread approval.
blessing
They gave their formal blessing to the idea.
plug (informal)
endorsement
This is a powerful endorsement of his style of governing.
advocacy
I support your advocacy of free trade.
testimonial
She couldn't expect him to give testimonials to her ability.
good word
approbation
The result has not met with universal approbation.
favourable mention
Additional synonyms
in the sense of advocacy
Definition
active support of a cause or course of action
I support your advocacy of free trade.
Synonyms
recommendation,
support,
defence,
championing,
backing,
proposal,
urging,
promotion,
campaigning for,
upholding,
encouragement,
justification,
argument for,
advancement,
pleading for,
propagation,
espousal,
promulgation,
boosterism,
spokesmanship
in the sense of approbation
Definition
approval
The result has not met with universal approbation.
Synonyms
approval,
support,
favour,
praise,
sanction,
recognition,
acceptance,
acclaim,
encouragement,
applause,
endorsement,
ratification,
assent,
congratulation,
commendation,
laudation
in the sense of approval
Definition
a favourable opinion
The proposed modifications met with widespread approval.
Synonyms
consent,
agreement,
sanction,
licence,
blessing,
permission,
recommendation,
concession,
confirmation,
mandate,
endorsement,
leave,
compliance,
the go-ahead (informal),
countenance,
ratification,
the green light,
assent,
authorization,
validation,
acquiescence,
imprimatur,
concurrence,
O.K. or okay (informal),
endorsation (Canadian)
Synonyms of 'recommendation'
recommendation
Explore 'recommendation' in the dictionary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of blessing
Definition
approval
They gave their formal blessing to the idea.
Synonyms
approval,
backing,
support,
agreement,
regard,
favour,
sanction,
go-ahead (informal),
permission,
leave,
consent,
mandate,
endorsement,
green light,
ratification,
assent,
authorization,
good wishes,
acquiescence,
approbation,
concurrence,
O.K. or okay (informal)
in the sense of counsel
Definition
advice or guidance
He had always been able to count on her wise counsel.
Synonyms
advice,
information,
warning,
direction,
suggestion,
recommendation,
caution,
guidance,
admonition
in the sense of endorsement
This is a powerful endorsement of his style of governing.
Synonyms
approval,
backing,
support,
championing,
favour,
promotion,
sanction,
recommendation,
acceptance,
agreement,
warrant,
confirmation,
upholding,
subscription,
fiat,
advocacy,
affirmation,
ratification,
authorization,
seal of approval,
approbation,
espousal,
O.K. or okay (informal)
in the sense of exhortation
We have been bombarded with exhortations to take more exercise.
Synonyms
urging,
warning,
advice,
counsel,
lecture,
caution,
bidding,
encouragement,
sermon,
persuasion,
goading,
incitement,
admonition,
beseeching,
entreaty,
clarion call,
enjoinder (rare)
in the sense of guidance
Definition
help, advice, or instruction, usually from someone more experienced or more qualified
They improve their performance under the guidance of professional coaches.
Synonyms
advice,
direction,
leadership,
instruction,
government,
help,
control,
management,
teaching,
counsel,
counselling,
auspices
in the sense of praise
Definition
the expression of admiration or approval
I have nothing but praise for my employees.
Synonyms
approval,
acclaim,
applause,
cheering,
tribute,
compliment,
congratulations,
ovation,
accolade,
good word,
kudos,
eulogy,
commendation,
approbation,
acclamation,
panegyric,
encomium,
plaudit,
laudation
in the sense of proposal
Definition
a suggestion put forward for consideration
the government's proposals to abolish free health care
Synonyms
suggestion,
plan,
programme,
scheme,
offer,
terms,
design,
project,
bid,
motion,
recommendation,
tender,
presentation,
proposition,
overture,
proffer
in the sense of reference
Definition
a written testimonial regarding one's character or capabilities
The firm offered to give her a reference.
Synonyms
testimonial,
recommendation,
credentials,
endorsement,
certification,
good word,
character reference
in the sense of sanction
Definition
support or approval
The king could not enact laws without the sanction of parliament.
Synonyms
permission,
backing,
support,
authority,
approval,
allowance,
confirmation,
endorsement,
countenance,
ratification,
authorization,
approbation,
O.K. or okay (informal),
stamp or seal of approval
in the sense of suggestion
Definition
something that is suggested
I have lots of suggestions for the park's future.
Synonyms
recommendation,
proposal,
proposition,
plan,
motion,
submission
Additional synonyms
in the sense of testimonial
Definition
a tribute given for services or achievements
She couldn't expect him to give testimonials to her ability.