nominate

/ˈnɒm.ə.neɪt/verb

To formally suggest someone for a job, position, or award.

Example sentences

“The committee nominated her for the employee-of-the-year award.”
“Each department may nominate one candidate for the board.”

You nominate someone for an award or to a position; both prepositions are standard.

Synonyms for nominate

propose
put forward
recommend
name

Related words

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