Advice and Suggestion: English Vocabulary List

to assign or designate someone to a particular position or responsibility

"The committee will nominate a new chairperson."

"The committee will nominate three candidates for the position of department head next week."

to present an idea, suggestion, etc. to be discussed

"He put forward a brilliant idea."

"The scientist put forward a new theory that challenged the traditional understanding of the universe."

to present a plan or offer to someone for consideration

"We put the plan to them."

"The teacher put the difficult question to the class and waited for someone to volunteer an answer."

someone who gives professional advice on a given subject

"The consultant gave advice."

"The company hired an external consultant to improve their inefficient supply chain management system."

an expert who advises people on their problems

"I spoke to a counselor."

"The school counselor met with the student to discuss his academic struggles and emotional well being."

a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

"My mentor is wise."

"A peer mentor is a person at a similar level who provides support and guidance"

someone who has been officially suggested for a position, award, etc.

"The nominee for Best Actress gave a moving speech."

"The nominee for the position of director has over twenty years of experience in the industry."

an idea, feeling, or meaning that is implied, suggested, or associated with a word or expression beyond its literal definition

"The word has connotation."

"The word cheap has a negative connotation suggesting poor quality while affordable sounds more positive."

a process of providing guidance, support, and advice to someone facing personal, emotional, or psychological challenges

"She needed counseling."

"He sought counseling after his divorce to help him cope with feelings of loneliness and anger."

help and advice about how to solve a problem, given by someone who is knowledgeable and experienced

"He asked for guidance."

"The young entrepreneur sought guidance from a mentor who had successfully built several businesses already."

something that serves to show, suggest, or point to a fact, condition, or situation

"It is an indication."

"The dark clouds were a clear indication that a severe thunderstorm would arrive within the next hour."

aiming to provide advice and suggestions

"The role is advisory."

"The advisory committee makes recommendations to the board but does not have the power to make final decisions."

giving someone hope, confidence, or support

"His words were encouraging."

"The encouraging words from her teacher gave her the confidence to enter the science fair and present her project to the judges with pride."

exerting control, direction, or influence over people, actions, or events

"A guiding hand helped."

"The guiding principle of our organization is to help those in need without expecting anything in return from them."

suggesting something without directly stating it

"There was implicit agreement."

"The implicit trust between the two friends meant that they never doubted each other's loyalty or honesty."

giving thorough instructions on a particular matter

"This is a how-to guide."

"The how to video explained each step clearly so even beginners could follow along and complete the project successfully."

intended to give a wrong idea or make one believe something that is untrue

"The sign was misleading."

"The misleading advertisement promised amazing results but the product did not work as described at all."

open to listening or considering suggestions and new ideas

"He was receptive."

"She is receptive to new ideas and always listens carefully before deciding whether she agrees or disagrees with the speaker."

giving encouragement or providing help

"My family is supportive."

"Her supportive husband attended every one of her art exhibitions and cheered her on even when she felt insecure about her work sometimes."

according to someone else's suggestion

"We went on suggestion."

"On my teacher's suggestion, I decided to read more books in English to improve my vocabulary and writing skills."

used to tell someone what is better for them to do

"If I were you..."

"If I were you I would apologize to her before it is too late to fix things."

to adjust one's actions or behavior based on specific information, ideas, or advice

"She acts on her good intentions."

"The committee decided to act on the recommendation immediately because the situation was urgent and required quick action."

to provide abstract or intangible things, such as punishments, compliments, judgments, advice, etc., to someone

"The judge handed out sentences."

"The teacher asked the assistant to hand out the test papers to all the students before the exam began."

to present or propose something for acceptance or rejection

"They offer help."

"The company will offer a substantial discount to loyal customers who renew their subscriptions."

to give advice to people about what they should or should not do in a way that might annoy or bore them

"The minister preaches to the congregation weekly."

"The religious leader traveled to different villages to preach about peace and forgiveness to the local people."

to encourage someone to do or say something

"The question prompted a thoughtful response."

"The teacher's question prompted a lively discussion among the students about environmental issues."

to put forward a suggestion, plan, or idea for consideration

"He will propose a new plan."

"The committee proposed several changes to the existing policy in order to make it more effective and fair."

a piece of advice or a warning

"He gave a caution."

"The sign read caution wet floor so the workers walked slowly to avoid slipping and falling."

a slight suggestion or piece of advice that shows how a problem is solved

"Give me a hint."

"The teacher gave a subtle hint about the answer but most students still could not solve the problem."

a helpful suggestion or a piece of advice

"Give me a good tip."

"She offered some excellent advice, a really useful tip for the upcoming exam."

something that is guaranteed

"It is a sure thing."

"If you help me with my homework I will help you with yours it is a sure thing."

truthful, direct, and without distortion or deceit

"Be straight with me."

"He gave a straight answer, refusing to evade the uncomfortable questions."

used to draw attention to what someone wants to say

"Now then, listen."

"Now then let us begin the lesson because we have a lot of material to cover today."