commendation (ˌkɒmɛnˈdeɪʃən
)
Definitions
noun
- the act or an instance of commending; praise
- an award
Synonyms
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praise,
credit,
approval,
acclaim,
encouragement,
Brownie points,
approbation,
acclamation,
good opinion
panegyric,
encomium,
Quotations
"commendation: the tribute that we pay to achievements that resemble, but do not equal, our own"
Usage examples
She fixed her attention firmly on the wards and on her classes, and even earned a word of commendation from Sister Tutor.
, The White Dove (1986)Letters of recognition and commendation from visitors crowd his living room.
India Today (2002)Yes, Trudeau, like Lester Pearson, merits commendation by those who welcome where gay rights now stand.
Ottawa Sun (2003)He didn't even get a word of thanks, let alone a courtroom commendation.
Belfast Telegraph (2005)Some days later the police officer received a commendation for his actions.
, AT HOME WITH THE QUEEN: The Inside Story of the Royal Household (2002)