commendation
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for commendation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Formal praise, or an official award recognizing achievement.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Antonyms
How to use commendation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
receive a commendation
letter of commendation
commendation for bravery
Etymology
From Old French commendacion, from Latin commendatio ("recommendation, praise").
Full origin of commendation →Frequently asked questions
What does “commendation” mean?
The word “commendation” means formal praise, or an official award recognizing achievement. In plain terms, official praise, often given as a formal award or letter.
How do you pronounce “commendation”?
“Commendation” is pronounced ko-muhn-DAY-shuhn (/ˌkɑmənˈdeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “commendation” in a sentence?
Here is “commendation” used in a sentence: “The officer received a commendation for his quick thinking during the fire.”
What part of speech is “commendation”?
“Commendation” is a noun.
Where does the word “commendation” come from?
The word “commendation” comes from Latin. From Old French commendacion, from Latin commendatio ("recommendation, praise").
