nominate

//ˈnɒm.ɪ.neɪt//
B2Frequency Level 9Formal
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Verb

nominateInfinitive
nominatePresent tense
nominatedPast tense
nominatedPast participle
nominatingPresent participle
nominatesThird-person singular
1

To formally propose or recommend someone for a position, office, honor, or award.

The committee nominated her for the leadership position.

2

To officially appoint someone to a job or position.

The president nominated her as the new ambassador to France.

3

To specify or designate something for a particular purpose or role.

The committee nominated the park as the venue for the annual festival.