Definition: To bestow commendation on; to represent favourably; to suggest, endorse or encourage as an appropriate choice.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look! That dictionary definition is quite the mouthful, isn't it? Let’s break it down piece by piece, and make it nice and clear. “To bestow commendation…” – Think of it like giving someone a pat on the back, saying “Well done!” You’re praising something as good. “…to represent favorably” – Means showing something in a positive light, highlighting its good qualities - making it seem appealing! “…to suggest, endorse or encourage as an appropriate choice.” – This is the key part! ‘Recommend’ means you're suggesting something to someone else. You’re saying, “This is a really good idea,” or “I think this would be perfect for you!” Like when I recommend a book for you to read, because I think it’ll suit your interests. Essentially, to ‘recommend’ means to give your support and suggest something as being worthwhile or suitable. It's about sharing what you think is good! Does that make sense? Do you have any questions about how we use the word "recommend" in everyday language?