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   commendation

   /ˌkɒm(ə)nˈdeɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. formal or official praise: "the film deserved the highest commendation" Similar praisecongratulationappreciationthanksacclaimacclamationcreditrecognitionregardrespectesteemadmirationadulationapprovalapprobationhomagetributeeulogyencomiumpanegyricpaeanrare:laudationextolmenteulogiumOpposite criticism
   • ▪ an award given for very good performance: "the detectives received commendations for bravery" Similar awardaccoladeprizehonourhonourable mentionmentioncitationrecognitionpat on the backround of applauseOpposite penalty
   • ▪ a very good result in an examination or competition.

   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. an act of commending; something (such as a formal citation) that commends; compliment…

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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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   2 meanings: 1. the act or an instance of commending; praise 2. an award.... Click for more definitions.

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   Commendation definition: the act of commending; recommendation; praise. See examples of COMMENDATION used in a sentence.

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   noun. commendations. The act of commending. American Heritage. The act or an instance of commending; esp., formal recommendation or praise. Webster's New World. Something, especially an official award or citation, that commends. American Heritage. Greetings or regards, as to a friend. Webster's New World. Similar definitions.

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    Jun 14, 2024 · 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.

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