nominate

Vocabulary Word

Definition

When you 'nominate' someone, you're officially suggesting them for a job, position, or award. It's like proposing their name in an official way for something.

Examples in Different Contexts

A tech community forum holds annual awards where members nominate and vote for the most innovative software solutions developed that year.

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

With the quarterly peer-recognition awards coming up, we need to start thinking about who has shown exceptional creativity and effort.

Response:

For the peer-recognition award, I would like to nominate Lucy for her outstanding graphic design.

Business

Scenario:

We need to fill the vacant board member position. I trust we can find a suitable candidate within our existing staff.

Response:

I would like to nominate Sarah, our marketing manager, for the open board member position.