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Suggestion (Noun)

Meaning 1

The sequential mental process in which one thought leads to another by association.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Related Words

  • Suggest (verb)

Meaning 2

A just detectable amount; "he speaks French with a trace of an accent"; "a hint mockery in her manner"; "a tint of glamour".

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Synonyms

  • Hint
  • Tint
  • Trace

Hypernyms

  • Small Indefinite Amount
  • Small Indefinite Quantity

Hyponyms

  • Spark

Meaning 3

The act of inducing hypnosis.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The hypnotherapist used a soothing tone of voice to plant a suggestion in her patient's mind to relax and let go of anxiety.
  • During the session, the hypnotherapist made a suggestion to the client to visualize themselves in a peaceful environment.
  • A common suggestion given during hypnosis is to repeat a mantra or affirmation to help with confidence or motivation.
  • The hypnotist carefully worded the suggestion to help the subject overcome their fear of public speaking.
  • As the client entered a deeper state of trance, the hypnotherapist made a suggestion for them to access their subconscious mind and uncover hidden memories.

Synonyms

  • Hypnotism
  • Mesmerism

Hypernyms

  • Influence

Meaning 4

Persuasion formulated as a suggestion.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • Why don't you try it this way, it might work better, was her gentle suggestion to the frustrated artist.
  • The manager's suggestion that they work on the weekends was met with resistance from the employees.
  • The travel agent made a suggestion that they book a hotel room with a view of the ocean.
  • Her suggestion that they start a recycling program at the office was well received by her coworkers.
  • The coach's suggestion that they try a new strategy in the game was instrumental in their win.

Synonyms

  • Prompting

Hypernyms

  • Suasion

Related Words

  • Suggest (verb)

Meaning 5

A proposal offered for acceptance or rejection; "it was a suggestion we couldn't refuse".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Proffer
  • Proposition

Hyponyms

  • Feeler
  • Approach
  • Advance
  • Trace
  • Intimation
  • Ghost
  • Breath

Related Words

  • Suggest (verb)

Meaning 6

An idea that is suggested; "the picnic was her suggestion".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Hypernyms

  • Thought

Hyponyms

  • Glimmer
  • Intimation
  • Glimmering
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