Meaning
To formally propose or designate an individual for a specific role, position, or honor, often within a structured process that may involve evaluation or consensus among peers or authorities; the act of nominating typically implies a recognition of merit o
💡 While "nominate" is often used in contexts such as elections or awards, it can also apply to less formal situations, such as suggesting someone for a task; however, care should be taken to ensure that the context conveys the appropriate level of formality and intent.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
At
the
end
of
the
semester
,
the
departmental
committee
convened
to
discuss
candidates
for
the
teaching
excellence
award
.
They
reviewed
detailed
student
feedback
,
syllabi
revisions
,
and
evidence
of
innovative
pedagogy
before
deciding
whom
to
nominate
.
Although
several
lecturers
had
strong
support
,
the
committee
ultimately
focused
on
a
colleague
whose
consistent
mentorship
and
clear
assessment
criteria
had
measurably
improved
student
outcomes
.
The
chair
prepared
a
concise
statement
highlighting
specific
contributions
and
circulated
it
for
final
approval
,
mindful
that
transparency
would
help
the
process
seem
fair
.
When
the
nomination
was
submitted
,
most
members
expressed
satisfaction
that
the
decision
reflected
both
merit
and
collective
judgment
.
Common Phrases
nominate a candidate
nominate for an award
nominate to a committee
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