Commendations — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

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

Meaning & Definition of Commendations

Commendations (noun)

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

Commendations (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. best wishes

    "his Lordship extends his hearty commendations"

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

Related Entry: Commendation (noun)

Commendation is a different word from Commendations. The synonyms below are for commendation, not for commendations.

  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 Commendations

The most common words with a similar meaning to Commendations:

compliment, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards, respects

Related Words for Commendations

approval, benediction, blessing, endorsement, acknowledgment, citation, commendation, adulation, flattery, praise, well-wishing

Near Antonyms of Commendations

dig, gibe, insult, put-down, taunt

Origin & Etymology of Commendations

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Commendations

What does "Commendations" mean?

"Commendations" means an act of commending. As a noun, it is defined as: an act of commending.

What is another word for "Commendations"?

Other words for "Commendations" include compliment, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards and respects. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Commendations" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Commendations"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Commendations". Common alternatives include compliment, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards and respects.

How do you use "Commendations" in a sentence?

Examples of "Commendations" in a sentence: "his Lordship extends his hearty commendations".

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

"Commendations" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Commendations"?

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

What is the origin of the word "Commendations"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Commendations" meaning "best wishes"?

When "Commendations" (noun) means best wishes, synonyms include compliment, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards and respects.