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
Acknowledgment can manifest in various forms, including verbal commendations, bonuses or public accolades.
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Wayne Yu, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Each of the seven former employees interviewed for this article had received commendations, cash awards or multiple positive reviews yet were told they were being let go because of poor performance.
—Jessica Guynn, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
There’s a picture of him with Senator Bernie Sanders taken on the steps of the Vermont state capitol; a letter from former Senator Patrick Leahy; a commendation from former Governor Peter Shumlin.
—Alana Semuels/waitsfield, TIME, 24 Feb. 2025
Her awards include an Army commendation medal and an achievement medal.
—Lolita C. Baldor, Chicago Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
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Wayne Yu, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Each of the seven former employees interviewed for this article had received commendations, cash awards or multiple positive reviews yet were told they were being let go because of poor performance.
—Jessica Guynn, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
There’s a picture of him with Senator Bernie Sanders taken on the steps of the Vermont state capitol; a letter from former Senator Patrick Leahy; a commendation from former Governor Peter Shumlin.
—Alana Semuels/waitsfield, TIME, 24 Feb. 2025
Her awards include an Army commendation medal and an achievement medal.
—Lolita C. Baldor, Chicago Tribune, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commendation
Noun
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For the deluxe to arrive after awards season makes perfect sense on paper.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
8 Apr. 2025
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Her military career spans deployments in the Pacific and Persian Gulf as a helicopter pilot, command of a joint reconstruction team in Afghanistan, and a Bronze Star award.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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John Amos‘ last acting role before his death in August 2024 was in the series premiere of Suits LA, and this Sunday, the NBC drama paid tribute to the late actor with a significant storyline.—
Vlada Gelman,
TVLine,
6 Apr. 2025
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Additional tributes came from the likes of Nicolas Cage, Michael Mann and many others.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
5 Apr. 2025
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And in fact no US skater would win a medal in short track at those Olympics.—
Tim Genske,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Gone are the tedious, cat and mouse 30-dink rallies of 2023 and 2024; 2025 and these pairs are pedal-to-the-medal, attack at will, power before finesse, and in this observer’s opinion, the watch-ability and televise-ability is improved for it.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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In all of 2024, though, police issued just one citation for underage drinking at the venue, out of 168 issued last year citywide, according to public records.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Apr. 2025
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The services offered at the facility include informal hearings for drivers whose privileges have been suspended or revoked for a single DUI citation, which doesn’t involve a death, and other moving violations.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
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The honor adds to a long list of accolades in her extraordinary career.—
Kim Elsesser,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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But the gritty crime drama is more than deserving of its accolades, and Goggins, as Detective Shane Vendrell, is a major reason for its success.—
Daniel Dockery,
Vulture,
6 Apr. 2025
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Ojai Valley Inn’s views its Spiritual Wellness program as a compliment to more traditional Spa and Wellness practices that are also offered such as a signature Ojai massage or a nature walk in within the Mind Body program.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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To Benny Blanco, being compared to Bad Bunny quite the compliment!—
Daniela Avila,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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However, his signature appears on the document below an acknowledgment of the reprimand, dated May 28, 2015.—
Tess Riski,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2025
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Without official acknowledgment, enforcement and implications of the China-specific policy are likely to draw scrutiny from diplomatic personnel and civil liberties advocates alike, particularly if additional countries are added under similar bans.—
Lee Habeeb,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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Racing and sports games don’t feature in the top 21 — Mario Kart certainly deserves a mention.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The Michelin Guide, which rates restaurants between one and three stars — with most restaurants not receiving even a starless mention — rates Esmè but one single star.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Commendation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commendation. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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