Synonyms for nominate
Definitions
- v. 1
To specify in advance which pocket a ball will be potted in; to call; to name.
- v. 2
To name someone as a candidate for a particular role or position, including that of an office.
Related words
- Word family
- nominatee nominator nomination
- Phrases
- nominate contract
Forms
- Past participle
- nominated
e.g. nominated → appointed, named, designated, specified…
Example sentences
- constitute These actions constitute a breach of privacy.
- appoint Just appoint the time and place and I'll be there.
- designate Each football team needs to designate a captain.
- entitle This doesn't entitle you to disrespect me.
- propose I should propose to her, but I know I'll get a no.
By length
- 3 letters
- dub1
- 4 letters
- make1, name1, call1
- 5 letters
- style1
- 6 letters
- define2, bename
- 7 letters
- present2, propose2, specify3, appoint2, entitle3
- 8 letters
- christen2
- 9 letters
- designate3
- 10 letters
- constitute3, denominate4
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (define2 = 2 syllables).