What does suggestion mean?
Suggestion means (countable) Something suggested (with subsequent adposition being for).
Suggestion
/səˈd͡ʒɛst.ʃən/ · noun
Meaning
(countable) Something suggested (with subsequent adposition being for).
Definitions by Sense
- (countable) Something suggested (with subsequent adposition being for)
- (uncountable) The act of suggesting.
- (countable, psychology) Something implied, which the mind is liable to take as fact.
- The act of exercising control over a hypnotised subject by communicating some belief or impulse by means of words or gestures; the idea so suggested.
- (law, countable) Information, insinuation, speculation, as opposed to a sworn testimony and evidence.
Example Sentences
make a suggestion
I have a small suggestion for fixing this: try lifting the left side up a bit.
Traffic signs seem to be more of a suggestion than an order.
Suggestion often works better than explicit demand.
He’s somehow picked up the suggestion that I like peanuts.
Synonyms for suggestion
Antonyms for suggestion
Related Words
Word Forms
- suggestions
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for suggestion?
Common synonyms include hint, incitement, proposal, trace.
What is the opposite of suggestion?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use suggestion in a sentence?
make a suggestion
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