A recommendation is a suggestion or statement that someone or something is good and deserves to be chosen or a suggestion about what should be done. It can also refer to a formal letter that explains why a person is appropriate or qualified for a particular job, school, etc. . Here are some examples of recommendations:

• A letter of recommendation is a formal document that discusses a persons suitability for a particular role.
• The report made very specific recommendations for policy reform.
• My boss wrote me a glowing letter of recommendation.
• The committees recommendation to hire a new director has been well received.
• Victims of abuse usually need expert counseling.
• Policy makers have made a strong recommendation to implement renewable energy initiatives to alleviate our dependence on fossil fuels.