Nominate (verb)

1. Propose or suggest (someone) as a candidate for an office or position, especially in politics.
2. Appoint or select (someone) for a role or position.

Origin:

From latin nominare "to name, call by name".

Examples:

1. He was nominated for the award by his peers.
2. The President nominated her as ambassador to the United Nations.
3. The company nominated a new board of directors.
4. The party nominated him as their candidate for the upcoming election.
5. She was nominated to be the new CEO of the company.