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commendation

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of commendation

1 a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed

  • a firefighter who has been awarded several commendations for bravery
Synonyms of commendation

acknowledgment (or acknowledgement), citation, mention
Words Related to commendation

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
Synonyms of commendation

accolade, citation, dithyramb, encomium, eulogium, eulogy, homage, hymn, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute
Words Related to commendation

award, decoration, dedication, honor, prize

acclaim, acclamation, laudation

applause, plaudit(s)

bravo, hallelujah, kudo

approval, cachet, compliment, recommendation
Near Antonyms of commendation

censure, condemnation, denunciation, indictment, rebuke, reprimand, reproof

admonition, correction, harangue, lecture, sermon

3 commendations plural, archaic best wishes

  • his Lordship extends his hearty commendations
Synonyms of commendation

compliment, congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards, respects
Words Related to commendation

approval, benediction, blessing, endorsement (also indorsement)

acknowledgment (or acknowledgement), citation, commendation

adulation, flattery, praise

well-wishing
Near Antonyms of commendation

dig, gibe (or jibe), insult, put-down, taunt

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