nominate
/ˈnɒm.ɪ.neɪt/
nom · i · nate
ˈnɒm · ɪ · neɪt
English Definition
v. to formally propose or appoint someone for a position or award
Significado en Español
nominar, designar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đề cử, bổ nhiệm
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
nomin(name, title)+ate(verb suffix), that is, name someone for appointment
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is a synonym for “nominate”?
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A
reject
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B
appoint
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C
dismiss
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D
ignore
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B — appoint.
“nominate” means v. to formally propose or appoint someone for a position or award
Common questions about “nominate”
What does “nominate” mean?
nominate — v. to formally propose or appoint someone for a position or award. In Chinese: 提名，任命.
How do you pronounce “nominate”?
nominate is pronounced /ˈnɒm.ɪ.neɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: nom · i · nate.
Is “nominate” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. nominate appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “nominate”?
nomin(name, title)+ate(verb suffix), that is, name someone for appointment
