recommendation

The act of recommending.

Something that recommends, especially a favorable statement concerning character or qualifications.

Something, such as a course of action, that is recommended. synonym: advice.

The act of recommending or of commending; the act of representing in a favorable manner for the purpose of procuring the notice, confidence, or civilities of another.

That which procures a kind or favorable reception; any thing, quality, or attribute, which produces or tends to produce a favorable acceptance, reception, or adoption.