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Meaning of Suggested
The primary meaning of the word "suggested" is to propose or imply something as a possibility or solution.
Definitions
- To put forward an idea or proposal for consideration
- * To imply or hint at something without directly stating it
- * To propose someone or something as a suitable person or thing for a particular task or purpose
Etymology of Suggested
The word "suggested" originates from the Latin words "suggerere," meaning to carry or bring underneath, and "suggestus," the past participle of "suggerere"
Historically, the word has been used in English since the 15th century to convey the idea of proposing or implying something
Example Uses
- The manager suggested a new marketing strategy to increase sales
- * The teacher suggested that the students read the book over the summer
- * The doctor suggested a course of treatment to alleviate the symptoms
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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refused
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