Synonyms of commends

commends

verb

present tense third-person singular of commend

as in gives

to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another

I commend my fate into your hands

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gives
• leaves
• entrusts
• hands
• recommends
• delivers
• delegates
• transfers
• confides
• transmits
• passes
• relinquishes
• commits
• consigns
• trusts
• reposes
• lends
• grants
• submits
• confers
• assigns
• turns over
• vests
• distributes
• dispenses
• gives over
• furnishes
• divides
• loans
• bequeaths
• hands over
• disperses
• deals (out)
• surrenders
• yields
• turns in
• supplies
• advances
• releases
• wills
• recommits
• hands in
• hands on
• hands down
• retransmits
• retransfers
• redelivers

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• holds
• keeps
• retains
• possesses
• receives
• owns
• accepts
• withholds
• reserves
• takes
• detains
• holds back
• occupies
• takes in
• takes over

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of commends

Maynard also commends the company for its presentation of the result, in light of AI’s tendency to copy humans’ mathematical results and present them as its own ideas. — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026

In all, the review from animal welfare consulting firm Team Shelter USA commends the department’s medical and surgical care, low euthanasia rates, foster program and enrichment facilities for animals at the Carlsbad shelter. — Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026

Lewis recognizes the parallels, and commends Antosca’s clever nods. — Hunter Ingram, Variety, 1 Aug. 2026

The article commends their networking efforts but offers three strategies for better success. — Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Miss Manners commends it as better than the usual aggressive-aggressive behavior — and more effective. — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 30 June 2026

Pat O'Donnell, executive director of SAG-AFTRA's Washington-Mid Atlantic Local, which represents hundreds of NPR journalists, commends the network's approach to making job cuts. — David Folkenflik, NPR, 18 May 2026

The report commends the steps that Mayor Mike Johnston and the city have taken to reduce homelessness and bolster tourism downtown. — Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 5 Mar. 2026

Prince Andrew regrets his association with Epstein, and commends the bravery of Ms Giuffre and other survivors in standing up for themselves and others. — Erin Vanderhoof, Vanity Fair, 19 Feb. 2026