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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

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, 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

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