recommendation
US /ˌrɛkəmənˈdeɪʃən/
Definition
something (as a course of action) that is recommended as advisable
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
She asked her former manager for a recommendation letter.
Word Family
Synonyms
- suggestionan idea that is suggested
- advicea proposal for an appropriate course of action
- proposalsomething proposed (such as a plan or assumption)
Collocations
- Easy follow a teacher recommendationto adhere to instructions or guidelines regarding a teacher recommendation
- Medium write a strong letter of recommendationto compose or produce in written form regarding a strong letter of recommendation
- Hard implement recommendations of the audit panelto put into practical effect regarding recommendations of the audit panel
- Very Hard act upon the express recommendation of outside counselto act upon the express recommendation of outside counsel, meaning to perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.