Commended: meaning, definitions and examples

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[ kəˈmɛndɪd ]

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praise

To commend is to formally praise someone or something. When you commend someone, you express approval or admiration for their actions, qualities, or achievements.

Synonyms

acclaim, applaud, praise

Examples of usage

He was commended for his bravery during the fire.
The teacher commended the student for her excellent presentation.

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recommend

To commend can also mean to recommend something or someone. In this context, it implies giving approval or endorsing a particular course of action or choice.

Synonyms

advocate, endorse, recommend

Examples of usage

I commend this book to anyone interested in history.
She commended her favorite restaurant to her friends.

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award

As a noun, commendation refers to an award or praise given to someone for their achievements or contributions.

Synonyms

accolade, award, praise

Examples of usage

He received a commendation for his outstanding performance at work.
The soldier was honored with a commendation for his service.

Translations

Translations of the word "commended" in other languages:

🇵🇹 elogiado

🇮🇳 प्रशंसा की गई

🇩🇪 gelobt

🇮🇩 dipuji

🇺🇦 похвалений

🇵🇱 pochwalony

🇯🇵 称賛された

🇫🇷 loué

🇪🇸 elogiado

🇹🇷 övgü alan

🇰🇷 칭찬받은

🇸🇦 مُثنى عليه

🇨🇿 chválený

🇸🇰 pochválený

🇨🇳 赞扬

🇸🇮 pohvaljen

🇮🇸 lof

🇰🇿 мадақталған

🇬🇪 ქებით აღნიშნული

🇦🇿 təriflənmiş

🇲🇽 elogiado

Word origin

The word 'commend' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Latin word 'commendare,' meaning 'to commit to one's charge.' Over time, its meaning evolved to include the idea of praising or recommending someone or something. The use of 'commend' in English dates back to the 14th century.