Synonyms of recommended

recommended

verb

past tense of recommend

1

as in handed

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• handed
• left
• gave
• entrusted
• transferred
• delegated
• commended
• delivered
• confided
• passed
• trusted
• committed
• granted
• transmitted
• relinquished
• loaned
• consigned
• vested
• submitted
• assigned
• handed over
• turned over
• conferred
• distributed
• supplied
• divided
• lent
• reposed
• dispensed
• bequeathed
• gave over
• furnished
• dispersed
• dealt (out)
• handed down
• released
• yielded
• turned in
• handed in
• surrendered
• advanced
• willed
• handed on
• recommitted
• retransferred
• retransmitted
• redelivered

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• kept
• held
• retained
• reserved
• received
• owned
• withheld
• accepted
• possessed
• took
• held back
• detained
• occupied
• took in
• took over

2

as in suggested

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• suggested
• advised
• urged
• proposed
• advocated
• counseled
• favored
• offered
• backed
• supported
• submitted
• championed
• exhorted
• espoused
• advanced

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of recommended

Thailand’s withdrawal from the maritime MOU came amid a wave of nationalist sentiment tied to that border conflict, and Bangkok’s Senate has since recommended walking away from a separate land-border agreement as well. — Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

DVs are used to represent the amount of nutrients recommended to consume each day based on a 2,000-calorie diet. — Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 July 2026

This story’s author, StyleCaster commerce editor Katie Decker-Jacoby, scours the internet for the best of the best to ensure readers walk away with items recommended by our team, industry experts, and more. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 7 July 2026

The defense team also argued that Flores’ personal history and characteristics, including his service in the Air Force and his lack of any prior criminal history, warranted a significantly shorter sentence than the one recommended by prosecutors. — Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2026

There is not one condition in which continuing with regular physical activity and exercise is not recommended. — Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026

The organization said the district needs more revenue and recommended increasing prices, among other strategies. — Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 6 July 2026

Before choosing a whitening method, check the care label for guidance on water temperature, safe cleaning agents, and recommended drying methods. — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

On April 30, a court official recommended mutual three-year protective orders for Paul and Mortensen. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 1 July 2026