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Definition of commendation

commendation

/ˌkɑːmənˈdeɪʃn/
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Plural:commendations
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Adjective:commendatory
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• noun

1

Formal or official praise, approval, or an award given in recognition of notable achievement or service.

Example

"The firefighter received an official commendation from the city council for her bravery during the rescue."

2

The act of entrusting someone or something to the care, protection, or favorable notice of another.

Example

"The closing prayer included a solemn commendation of the travelers into safe keeping."

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• Rhymes for commendation

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French commendacion or directly from Latin commendationem ('the act of committing to someone's care or praising'), a noun of action from commendare ('to entrust, commit, or praise').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Commendation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/commendation
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