recommendation

Noun
  1. Something (as a course of action) that is recommended as advisable (synset 106684382)
    is a type of: advice - a proposal for an appropriate course of action
    subtypes: referral - a recommendation to consult the (professional) person or group to whom one has been referred
  2. Something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable (synset 106707285)
    is a type of: congratulations, extolment, kudos, praise - an expression of approval and commendation
    subtypes:
    • character, character reference, reference - a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability
    • puff - exaggerated praise (as for promotional purposes)
    same as: good word, testimonial
  3. Any quality or characteristic that gains a person a favorable reception or acceptance or admission (synset 104681025)
    "her pleasant personality is already a recommendation"; "his wealth was not a passport into the exclusive circles of society"
    is a type of: characteristic - a distinguishing quality
    same as: passport

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