nominate

verb

1. propose as a candidate for some honor

   verb.communication

   Synonyms put forward put up

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position

   verb.social

   Examples

   The President nominated her as head of the Civil Rights Commission.

   Synonyms propose

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. charge with a function; charge to be

   verb.social

   Synonyms make name

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. create and charge with a task or function

   verb.social

   Examples

   Nominate a committee.

   Synonyms appoint constitute name

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. To mention by name; to name.

   verb

   Source: webster1913