nomination (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌnɒm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Definition

The act of officially suggesting someone or something for a special honor or position, or the state of being suggested.

Examples

• The nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize was announced today.

• He received a nomination for best actor at the Academy Awards.

• The committee reviewed all the nominations before making a final decision.

How to Use nomination

nomination for (prepositional phrase)

Indicating the award, position, or honor for which someone or something is nominated. — "His nomination for the award was well-deserved."

nomination of (prepositional phrase)

Indicating the person or thing being nominated. — "The nomination of the new CEO was announced yesterday."

Synonyms of nomination

Words with a similar meaning to nomination:

• suggestion
• candidacy
• nominee
• endorsement

Antonyms of nomination

Words with the opposite meaning to nomination:

• rejection
• withdrawal

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