Suggestion Meaning

/səˈd͡ʒɛst.ʃən/
A2

Definition, CEFR level A2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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nounSomething suggested (with subsequent adposition being for)

nounThe act of suggesting.

Your suggestion came up at the meeting.
Your suggestion amounts to an order.
She made a helpful suggestion to improve the team's workflow.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ to watch a movie was accepted by everyone in the group.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
That was a great ____, and we all agreed that it was the best way to solve the complex problem today.

From Middle English suggestion, from Anglo-Norman suggestioun, sugestiun, from Latin suggestiō, from suggerō (“suggest”, verb), from Latin sub- (“from below, up”) + gerō (“to bring”). Equivalent to suggest + -ion. Related to English up-, cast.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ to watch a movie was accepted by everyone in the group.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
That was a great ____, and we all agreed that it was the best way to solve the complex problem today.

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