Commendation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌkä-mən-ˈdā-shən/ com·men·da·tion

Meaning & Definition of Commendation

Commendation (noun)

  1. an act of commending
  2. something (such as a formal citation) that commends
  3. compliment

Commendation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed

    "a firefighter who has been awarded several commendations for bravery"

    similar: acknowledgment, citation, mention
    related: decoration, medal, ribbon, accolade, award, honor, kudo, prize, tribute, dedication

  2. a formal expression of praise

    "a new novel that has received enthusiastic commendations from most of the critics"

    similar: accolade, citation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute
    related: award, decoration, dedication, honor, prize, acclaim, acclamation, laudation, applause, plaudit(s), bravo, hallelujah, kudo, approval, cachet, compliment, recommendation
    near: censure, condemnation, denunciation, indictment, rebuke, reprimand, reproof, admonition, correction, harangue, lecture, sermon

  3. best wishes

    "his Lordship extends his hearty commendations"

    similar: compliment, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards, respects
    related: approval, benediction, blessing, endorsement, acknowledgment, citation, adulation, flattery, praise, well-wishing
    near: dig, gibe, insult, put-down, taunt

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Commendation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Commendation:

acknowledgment, citation, mention, accolade, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute, compliment, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards, respects

Related Words for Commendation

decoration, medal, ribbon, award, honor, kudo, prize, dedication, acclaim, acclamation, laudation, applause, plaudit(s), bravo, hallelujah, approval, cachet, recommendation, benediction, blessing, endorsement, adulation, flattery, praise, well-wishing

Near Antonyms of Commendation

censure, condemnation, denunciation, indictment, rebuke, reprimand, reproof, admonition, correction, harangue, lecture, sermon, dig, gibe, insult, put-down, taunt

Origin & Etymology of Commendation

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Commendation

What does "Commendation" mean?

"Commendation" means an act of commending. As a noun, it is defined as: an act of commending. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Commendation"?

Other words for "Commendation" include acknowledgment, citation, mention, accolade, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium and eulogy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Commendation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Commendation"?

There are 45 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Commendation". Common alternatives include acknowledgment, citation, mention, accolade, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage and hymn.

How do you use "Commendation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Commendation" in a sentence: "a firefighter who has been awarded several commendations for bravery"; "a new novel that has received enthusiastic commendations from most of the critics"; "his Lordship extends his hearty commendations".

Is "Commendation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Commendation" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Commendation"?

"Commendation" is pronounced /ˌkä-mən-ˈdā-shən/ and divided into syllables as com·men·da·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Commendation"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Commendation" meaning "a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed"?

When "Commendation" (noun) means a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed, synonyms include acknowledgment, citation and mention.