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Synonyms & Similar Words
accolade
acknowledgment
appreciation
approval
applause
praise
tribute
recognition
honor
distinction
award
laurel
kudos
compliment
admiration
esteem
respect
veneration
homage
tribute
extolment
eulogy
panegyric
encomium
plaudit
citation
commend
endorsement
testimonial
recommendation
Meaning of commendation
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, commendation refers to "an expression of praise or approval" or "a formal statement of approval or recommendation".
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines commendation as "an act of commending" or "something (such as a statement or award) that commends".
Example Uses
- The employee received a commendation from the CEO for her outstanding performance.
- The award was given as a commendation for the author's contribution to literature.
- The team's hard work earned them a commendation from the mayor.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
criticism
disapproval
condemnation
censure
denunciation
disparagement
discommendation
objection
opposition
reproach
rebuke
reprimand
admonition
scolding
chastisement
castigation
blame
faultfinding
dispraise
detraction
depreciation