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   Com·men·da·tion

   /ˌkämənˈdāSH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. praise: "the film deserved the highest commendation" Similar praisecongratulationappreciationthanksacclaimacclamationcreditrecognitionregardrespectesteemadmirationadulationapprovalapprobationhomagetributeeulogyencomiumpanegyricpaeanrare:laudationextolmenteulogiumOpposite criticism
   • ▪ an award involving special praise: "the detectives received commendations for bravery" Similar awardaccoladeprizehonorhonorable mentionmentioncitationrecognitionpat on the backround of applauseOpposite penalty

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French, from Latin commendatio(n-), from commendare ‘commit to the care of’ (see commend). Originally (in the plural) the term denoted a liturgical office ending with a prayer commending the souls of the dead to God.

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   The meaning of COMMENDATION is an act of commending. How to use commendation in a sentence.

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   COMMENDATION definition: 1. praise, or an official statement that praises someone: 2. an honour such as a prize given to…. Learn more.

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   the act of commending; recommendation; praise: commendation for a job well done. Synonyms: applause, approbation, approval. Antonyms: condemnation. something that commends, as a formal recommendation or an official citation or award: a commendation for bravery. Synonyms: laudation, panegyric, encomium, eulogy. Antonyms: condemnation.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryCOMMENDATION definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

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   A commendation is a formal statement of praise for someone who has done something admirable.

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   A commendation is an award praising someone’s actions. A commendation can be an official award for notable action, often given out by a government or other group. A police officer might receive a special commendation for being particularly brave.

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   Definition of commendation noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishCOMMENDATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   1. the act of commending; recommendation; praise. commendation for a job well done. 2. something that commends, as a formal recommendation or an official citation or award. a commendation for bravery. 3. Feudal Law. the placing of oneself or one's land under the protection of a lord so as to become his vassal. 4.

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   COMMENDATION meaning: 1 : the act of praising or approving of someone or something; 2 : something (such as an official letter) that praises someone publicly often + for.

10. www.thefreedictionary.com › commendationCommendation - definition of commendation by The Free Dictionary

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    Define commendation. commendation synonyms, commendation pronunciation, commendation translation, English dictionary definition of commendation. n. 1. The act of commending. 2. Something, especially an official award or citation, that commends. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language,...

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    Jun 14, 2024 · Noun. commendation ( countable and uncountable, plural commendations) The act of commending; praise; favorable representation in words; recommendation. That which is the ground of approbation or praise. A message of affection or respect; compliments; greeting. An award or recognition for performance; a medal.