verb
recommend
rek-uh-MEND/ˌrekəˈmend/
To suggest someone or something as a good choice.
The librarian recommends one book, pointing it out enthusiastically among the others.
Etymology
Commendare moved from entrusting people to another’s care to presenting them as worthy of regard. That favorable presentation underlies recommending a choice; re- may be intensive, but its force is uncertain.
In context
the 8250 and 8260 are quality tools and I can highly recommend them
More examples
- Can you recommend a good plumber?
- Her supervisor recommended her for the position.
- The librarian recommends this book to young readers.
Forms
recommend · recommends · recommended · recommending
recommendation noun — A statement suggesting someone or something suitable.