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Suggestion

UK /["/səˈdʒestʃən/"]/US /["/səˈdʒestʃən//səɡˈdʒestʃən/"]/

Definition

an idea or a plan that you mention for somebody else to think about

In simple words: An idea that you give to someone about what they could do.

Examples

  • I have a suggestion for our next project that I believe will improve our results.
  • Her suggestion to try a new restaurant was very popular among the group.
  • The teacher welcomed any suggestion that could help the students learn better.
  • Could you give me a suggestion on which book to read next?
  • His suggestion was to start the meeting earlier to accommodate everyone's schedule.

Usage notes

Use 'suggestion' in both casual and formal contexts. It’s appropriate when offering advice or ideas but should be avoided in situations requiring direct commands or instructions.

Grammar pattern

make + suggestion

Memory hint

Think of a 'suggestion box' where ideas are placed for review.

Collocations

  • constructive
  • excellent
  • good
  • have
  • come up with
  • give somebody
  • box
  • at the suggestion of
  • suggestion about
  • suggestion as to
  • amid suggestions that…
  • be open to suggestion
  • be open to suggestions
  • constructive
  • excellent
  • good
  • have
  • come up with
  • give somebody
  • box
  • at the suggestion of
  • suggestion about
  • suggestion as to
  • amid suggestions that…
  • be open to suggestion
  • be open to suggestions
  • implicit
  • hypnotic
  • by suggestion
  • through suggestion
  • the power of suggestion
  • faint
  • mere
  • slightest
  • carry
  • have
  • at the suggestion of
  • suggestion of

Synonyms

  • hint
  • trace

Antonyms

  • disapproval
  • rejection

Common mistakes

  • Using 'suggestion' when a more forceful term like 'order' is needed.
  • Confusing 'suggestion' with 'suggestive,' which has a different meaning.
  • Saying 'give a suggestion' instead of 'make a suggestion.'