recommended

UK: ˌrekəˈmendɪd | US: ˌrekəˈmendɪd

Definition

  1. vt. 1. to suggest or endorse as suitable, worthy, or beneficial

  2. vt. 2. to advise or urge a course of action

  3. vt. 3. to make appealing or favorable through praise

Structure
re <again>commend <praise, entrust>ed <past participle suffix>
Etymology

The word "recommend" originates from Latin recommendare, combining re- (expressing repetition or intensity) and commendare (to entrust or praise). The prefix re- reinforces the action of commending, while commend itself derives from com- (thoroughly) + mandare (to entrust). Over time, "recommend" evolved in Middle English to signify endorsing or advising favorably, retaining its core idea of trustworthiness.

Examples

  1. The doctor recommended regular exercise for better health.

  2. This book was highly recommended by critics.

  3. She recommended him for the leadership position.

  4. The committee recommended changes to the policy.

  5. I’d recommend trying the local cuisine while traveling.