Synonyms for Suggestion & Similar Words
Definition of suggestion
- noun
- an idea that is suggested; "the picnic was her suggestion"
- a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection; "it was a suggestion we couldn't refuse"
- a just detectable amount; "he speaks French with a trace of an accent"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "suggestion"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like hint, hypnotism, mesmerism can replace "suggestion" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "suggestion" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Suggestion" in song lyrics
See how suggestion is used in real songs:
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"Oppressed and all vexed and just placed a suggestion"
3rd Bass — Derelicts of Dialect -
"Cool, calm, posignatic with suggestion"
Afu-Ra f/ Ky-Mani Marley — Equality -
"Star child indeed, I heed, the best suggestion"
Afu-Ra f/ A-Sun, Ca-See, Respect — Perverted Monks