commended; commending; commends
1
: to entrust for care or preservation
"To Thee I do commend my watchful soul / Ere I let fall the windows of mine eyes."—
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare2
: to recommend as worthy of confidence or notice
Your proposal has much to commend it.
3
: to mention with approbation : praise
We commend you for your continuing dedication to excellence.
Synonyms of commend
Examples of commend in a Sentence
His poetry is highly commended by other writers.
I commend this book to anyone interested in learning more about American history.
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City leaders commended the bravery of the emergency personnel who performed the search during large surf, powerful currents and limited underwater visibility.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Some commended the parks, including their staff and signage.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
Tarrant County commissioners declined to commend the HELP Center for LGBTQ+ Health’s 30 years of service with a resolution at their meeting Tuesday.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
In a statement, the Sheriff’s Office commended the two bystanders, saying their actions stopped the attack and likely prevented additional injuries.
—Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026
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Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Some commended the parks, including their staff and signage.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
Tarrant County commissioners declined to commend the HELP Center for LGBTQ+ Health’s 30 years of service with a resolution at their meeting Tuesday.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
In a statement, the Sheriff’s Office commended the two bystanders, saying their actions stopped the attack and likely prevented additional injuries.
—Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026
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“Commend.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/commend. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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