RECOMMEND Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

recommend

verb

ˌre-kə-ˈmend

Definition of recommend

as in to leave

to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another serious gastronomes should recommend their stomachs to the restaurant's chef, giving full rein to his culinary prowess and imagination

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as in to suggest

to put forward (something) as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action I would recommend you look into that option a little more closely because I don't think it will work nearly as well as you think

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Recent Examples of recommend Daco recommends testing investments against a range of financing costs and maintaining hurdle rates that reflect a structurally higher and more volatile cost of capital. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2026 Southern Living recommends the Carribbean Latte, topped with coconut flakes. — Eva Flowe november 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026 Eckerle recommends lightly resetting the pantry after every grocery haul. — Gabriela Ulloa, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2026 Jim recommended buying Qnity during Wednesday's Morning Meeting, underscoring our view that the data center trade hasn't been completely eradicated by the election results. — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for recommend

Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommend

Verb

Lombardo declined to participate in an October candidate forum hosted by KUNR Public Radio, leaving Ford to appear alone.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 4 Nov. 2026
Chris Sweda / Chicago Tribune Republican candidate for governor Darren Bailey leaves the home of supporter Pam Carr Hagerman for more campaigning in West Dundee on July 22, 2022.

— Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of leave

Verb

The figures suggest that nearly four out of five candidates who began Hell Week were able to finish it.

— James LaPorta, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2026
Unitree later suggested that the robot may have entered the competition without proper tuning, sparking online debate about humanoid robot endurance and their ability to operate in demanding real-world environments.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of suggest

Verb

The central bank's board voted unanimously late Monday to put Ueno Bank into resolution and hand its management to officials charged with assessing its finances and protecting its assets, the regulator said Tuesday.

— EMILIO SANABRIA, Arkansas Online, 4 Nov. 2026
The win handed Democrats their 53rd Senate seat, padding what has proved to be a dominant victory across the board.

— David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of hand

Verb

Joji Waites, director of flight safety, policy and regulation at the British Air Line Pilots Association, said airline assessors grade a threat as red, amber or green, but that an amber verdict would never be given if the plane is airborne.

— Jenni Reid, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
Wiles gave Trump her resignation Thursday night, a person familiar with the events told The Associated Press, speaking on condition of anonymity to describe the private conversation.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of give

Verb

To all the incredible endorsers who entrusted me with your name, who took time out of your schedule to come campaign with us.

— Eric Henderson, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026
The Jets conducted an exhaustive search for their coach and general manager in 2025, and Johnson could entrust Mougey with those decisions this time.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of entrust

Verb

San Jose Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky, after losing to the Senators on Saturday, called them the best team his team has faced all season, commending them for being fast, competitive and connected.

— Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2026
It was not known why the anchor failed, but the heavy snowstorm was not a direct factor, according to the statement, which commended the college students for their love of the outdoors and preparation for the climbing trip.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of commend

Verb

The gel exhibits strong shear thinning, meaning its viscosity decreases 100 times as the shear rate increases, which is the secret sauce to making rocket and satellite fuel easier to store and deliver to engines.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
The South Florida Sun Sentinel says a postal service spokesperson said there were no issues or delays being reported in Broward and Monroe counties, and all mail was being delivered as received.

— Christie Zizo, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2026