commendation

noun

ˌkä-mən-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce commendation (audio)
Definition of commendationnext
1
as in award
a formal recognition of an achievement or praiseworthy deed a firefighter who has been awarded several commendations for bravery

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2
as in tribute
a formal expression of praise a new novel that has received enthusiastic commendations from most of the critics

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3
as in regards
commendations plural, archaic best wishes his Lordship extends his hearty commendations

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Recent Examples of commendation The novel earned commendations from authors such as Salman Rushdie and Amitav Ghosh. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026 His contributions to Japanese cinema earned him the 2004 Kawakita Prize and a commendation from Japan’s Foreign Ministry in 2008. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 July 2026 But precise passes that squeeze the maximum gain out of plays will receive extra commendation. — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 24 June 2026 His actions came to light when a letter of commendation was sent to the state by Pamlico County Emergency Services. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for commendation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commendation
  1. award
  2. tribute
  3. regards
  4. medal
  5. citation
  6. respects
  7. acknowledgment
  8. accolade
Noun
  • On Sunday evening, however, none of the four Royals players took home an award at his respective position.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The proposition would allow local governments to create economic development districts with the ability to issue bonds, make loans, and award grants of public money.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
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Noun
  • Jovovich shared the photo as part of a tribute to Ever while celebrating her oldest daughter’s 19th birthday.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Each night will feature a set of fan favorites and greatest hits, as well as the touching tributes to late drummer/lyricist Neil Peart that have been a moving staple of the band’s ongoing Fifty Something tour.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of tribute
Noun
  • MacBooks are simply better laptops in most regards, with minor losses in display quality and AI functionality.
    — Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Yet, in many regards, the Grammys remain a game of the usual suspects, as a certain level of visibility and proximity to mainstream America is seemingly required to claim a nomination, let alone a victory.
    — Preezy Brown, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of regards
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  • Kim Jong Il appointed him to senior trade and economic posts, and in 2002 the state awarded him a Hero of Labor medal and a Kim Il Sung watch, prestigious honors and a recognition of his loyalty and patriotism.
    — Jieun Baek, Foreign Affairs, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Two years later, the Panamanian government awarded him a medal for his baseball achievements, and in the 1930s, he was offered – but declined – the opportunity to coach Panama’s national team for the Central American Olympics.
    — Zachary Kranc, Sun Sentinel, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of medal
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  • The cameras detect vehicles that break the law by passing the school buses when the stop sign and lights are flashing, capturing video evidence that is then reviewed by citation officers before a citation is issued.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 2 Nov. 2026
  • In Portage, school resource officers now review the footage to see whether a citation is warranted.
    — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of citation
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  • Nicole Tarantino, 21, stopped by Monday to pay her respects to the family after waking up that morning to the news that her friend died in the plane crash.
    — Erika Angulo, NBC news, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The display will remain up all week, giving people more time to stop by, pay their respects and remember those who have been lost.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of respects
Noun
  • The screen display above the stage did show the banners periodically, but no verbal acknowledgement.
    — Rashad Alexander November 7, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026
  • The acknowledgment comes weeks after Aaron reunited with his family amid a years-long rift.
    — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of acknowledgment
Noun
  • Although originally for British, Irish and Commonwealth writers, the prize is now open to all English-language books and considered the most prestigious accolade for a single work of fiction.
    — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026
  • After a turbulent upbringing that included stints in prison, Townsend began the work negotiating gang truces that brought him widespread accolades, earning him numerous contracts with the city of Los Angeles.
    — Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
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“Commendation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commendation. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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