commended

American  

[kuh-men-did] / kəˈmɛn dɪd /

adjective

1. presented, mentioned, or praised as worthy of confidence, notice, kindness, etc.; recommended.

   It looks to be one of the most commended films of the year—summed up by critics as “insightful, uncomfortable, and poignant.”

2. publicly or officially cited with approval or special praise.

   The contest will have only one winner, but all commended entrants will receive a certificate.

3. Feudal Law. (of one’s lands or oneself) placed under another’s protection in return for becoming their vassal.

   During Japan’s Heian period the tax-free holdings of nobles increased, along with the commended lands from hard-pressed peasants.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of commend.

Other Word Forms

• subcommended adjective
• well-commended adjective

Etymology

Origin of commended

First recorded in 1475–85; commend ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. ) for the adjective senses; commend ( def. ) + -ed ¹ ( def. ) for the verb sense

Example Sentences

In a statement, her brother Josh Wilde described her as "strength wrapped in softness", while her former regiment commended her "tireless care for others".

From BBC

Sayers commended the philosopher for anticipating “the great modern theory of fair-play” that defined these works: The author must present all the clues necessary for solving the mystery while misleading the reader about their import.

From The Wall Street Journal

Newsom praised the decision and commended his more than 30 years of experience in the transportation sector.

From Los Angeles Times

Many others also took to social media to express solidarity with Deepak and commended him for standing up to bullies.

From BBC

Historic England commended the team for revealing "new and exciting sites spanning over 10,000 years of our past".

From BBC

Related Words

• approved
• backed
• ratified
• recommended
• sanctioned
• settled
• supported