Commend: meaning, definitions and examples

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commend

[ kəˈmɛnd ]

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praise

To praise or express approval for someone or something. It is to speak or write approvingly of someone or something.

Synonyms

acclaim, applaud, approve, endorse, praise

Examples of usage

I must commend you for your hard work on this project.
The teacher commended the student for his excellent performance.
The company was commended for its commitment to sustainability.
She commended the book to her friends for its insightful analysis.
The judge commended the bravery of the witness.

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recommend

To recommend or suggest as being worthy. It is to present as suitable for approval or acceptance.

Synonyms

advocate, endorse, propose, recommend, suggest

Examples of usage

I commend this restaurant for its delicious food.
He commended the movie to all his friends.
She commended the new policy to the board of directors.
The expert commended the use of the new technology.
The committee commended the proposal for further consideration.

Translations

Translations of the word "commend" in other languages:

🇵🇹 elogiar

🇮🇳 प्रशंसा करना

🇩🇪 loben

🇮🇩 memuji

🇺🇦 хвалити

🇵🇱 chwalić

🇯🇵 称賛する (しょうさんする)

🇫🇷 louer

🇪🇸 elogiar

🇹🇷 övmek

🇰🇷 칭찬하다

🇸🇦 يمدح

🇨🇿 chválit

🇸🇰 chváliť

🇨🇳 称赞 (chēngzàn)

🇸🇮 hvaliti

🇮🇸 lof

🇰🇿 мақтау

🇬🇪 ქება

🇦🇿 tərifləmək

🇲🇽 elogiar

Word origin

The word 'commend' has its origins in Middle English, coming from the Old French word 'comander,' which means 'to recommend or entrust.' It has evolved over the centuries to its current usage in the English language. The act of commending someone or something has been a way of expressing approval and recognition for their actions or qualities.