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 an interview after the match, Carlsen commended Gukesh's resilience but suggested that "on a normal day" he would be the winner.

From BBC

The minister commended the UFU on their "respectful, sustained and successful engagement with the UK government".

From BBC

The director also commended Wētā’s facial capture animation team for achieving a new level of photorealism, thanks in large measure to more realistic muscle and skin movement.

From Los Angeles Times

"Our lifeguards show selflessness every day in keeping our world-famous beaches safe for surfers and swimmers, but what we saw on Sunday night should be commended and celebrated," he said.

From Barron's

In a brief statement, the mayor commended McDonnell and said she looked forward to working with him to make the city safer “while addressing concerns about police interaction with the public and press.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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