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Synonyms & Similar Words
Praising
applauding
admiring
extolling
lauding
complimenting
flattering
honoring
glorifying
eulogizing
exalting
magnifying
uplifting
endorsing
supporting
recommending
advocating
promoting
upholding
valuing
respecting
esteeming
revering
venerating
acclaiming
cheering
commending
recognizing
acknowledging
appreciating
valuing
treasuring
cherishing
lionizing
idolizing
canonizing
beatifying
sanctifying
halting
hailing
greeting
welcoming
saluting
toasting
celebrating
felicitating
congratulating
Meaning of Commending
The act of giving praise or approval, according to the Oxford English Dictionary.
Definitions
- * To express praise or admiration for someone or something, as defined by Merriam-Webster.
- * The act of representing or describing someone or something as good or worthy of praise, according to Cambridge Dictionary.
Example Uses
- The mayor was commending the firefighters for their bravery during the rescue mission.
- * The teacher was commending the students for their excellent performance in the school play.
- * The company is commending its employees for their hard work and dedication.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Criticism
disapproval
condemnation
denunciation
disparagement
belittling
demeaning
deprecating
depreciating
censuring
reproaching
reprimanding
scolding
chastising
castigating
vilifying
defaming
slander
libel
calumny
detraction
derogation
depreciation
devaluation
mocking
ridiculing
teasing
taunting