commendation

American  

[kom-uhn-dey-shuhn] / ˌkɒm ənˈdeɪ ʃən /

noun

1. the act of commending; recommendation; praise.

   commendation for a job well done.

   Synonyms:

   applause, approbation, approval

   Antonyms:

   condemnation

2. something that commends, as a formal recommendation or an official citation or award.

   a commendation for bravery.

   Synonyms:

   laudation, panegyric, encomium, eulogy

   Antonyms:

   condemnation

3. Feudal Law. the placing of oneself or one's land under the protection of a lord so as to become his vassal.

4. Archaic. commendations, a complimentary greeting or message.

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commendation British  

/ ˌkɒmɛnˈdeɪʃən /

noun

1. the act or an instance of commending; praise

2. an award

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Other Word Forms

• self-commendation noun
• subcommendation noun
• supercommendation noun

Etymology

Origin of commendation

1175–1225; Middle English commendacioun (< Anglo-French ) < Latin commendātiōn- (stem of commendātiō ) a commending to God. See commend, -ation

Example Sentences

As a lieutenant, Mueller led a platoon of troops, was wounded twice in battle, and was awarded numerous commendations including the Bronze Star for bravery.

From BBC

“You didn’t miss a word. Between this and your performance with the Metz incident, I wouldn’t be surprised if you get a presidential commendation.”

From Literature

"I took great pride in my work and always went above and beyond to provide an excellent service," he said, earning him commendations on local community sites.

From BBC

Tietjens was awarded several commendations during his career, including a National Defense Service Medal, a Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and an Iraq campaign medal, according to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal

Judge Levett issued the investigating the team a formal commendation for its work on the case.

From BBC

Related Words

• encouragement