suggestion

• Nom désignant une idée, un plan ou un conseil proposé pour être examiné ou discuté, ainsi que l'action de suggérer quelque chose ou une indication indirecte.

A noun referring to an idea, plan, or piece of advice put forward for consideration or discussion.

1. Idea or proposalA2formal

   An idea, plan, or opinion put forward for consideration.

   Idée ou proposition

   • She made a suggestion to improve the workflow.
   • I appreciate your suggestion about the new design.
   • His suggestion was well received by the team.

   Synonymesadvicebidcounselideamotionnotionopinionplanproposalpropositionrecommendationsubmissionthought

2. Subtle indicationB2formal

   A slight or indirect sign or hint of something.

   Indication subtile

   • There was a suggestion of sadness in her voice.
   • The painting contains a suggestion of autumn colors.
   • His tone carried a suggestion of doubt.

   Synonymeshintintimationnuancesuspiciontingetouchtraceundertonewhiff

3. Psychological influenceC1formalmedical

   The process of influencing someone's thoughts or actions through hypnosis or persuasion.

   Suggestion

   • Under hypnosis, the patient was open to suggestion.
   • The power of suggestion can affect memory recall.
   • The therapist used suggestion to help the patient relax.

   Synonymesinfluencepersuasionprompting