suggest

(verb) make a proposal, declare a plan for something. Synonyms: propose, advise. Example: "The senator proposed to abolish the sales tax."

(verb) drop a hint; intimate by a hint. Synonyms: hint.

(verb) imply as a possibility. Synonyms: intimate. Example: "The evidence suggests a need for more clarification."

(verb) suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine. Synonyms: indicate. Example: "Tetracycline is indicated in such cases."

(verb) call to mind. Synonyms: evoke, paint a picture. Example: "This remark evoked sadness."