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   commendation

   /ˌkɒm(ə)nˈdeɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. formal or official praise: "the film deserved the highest commendation" Similar praisecongratulationappreciationthanksacclaimacclamationcreditrecognitionregardrespectesteemadmirationadulationapprovalapprobationhomagetributeeulogyencomiumpanegyricpaeanrare:laudationextolmenteulogiumOpposite criticism
   • ▪ an award given for very good performance: "the detectives received commendations for bravery" Similar awardaccoladeprizehonourhonourable mentionmentioncitationrecognitionpat on the backround of applauseOpposite penalty
   • ▪ a very good result in an examination or competition.

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French, from Latin commendatio(n-), from commendare ‘commit to the care of’ (see commend). Originally (in the plural) the term denoted a liturgical office ending with a prayer commending the souls of the dead to God.

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   What is the meaning of the word 'Commendation'?

   • An official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement Hypernyms ("commendation" is a kind of...): accolade; award; honor; honour; laurels (a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction)

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   What does 'Commendation' mean in GCSE English writing?

   • I came into school today and my english teacher said I got a 'commendation' for my GCSE English writing in the exam form the examiner. Just wondering what this actaully means? Means you get a letter from the exam board for having one of the best papers in that subject. Well done.

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   What does it mean to be commended for a film?

   • A commendation is a formal statement of praise for someone who has done something admirable. Their assessment might rely on evidence of critical acclaim, or the award of prizes and commendations, as well as being based on the panel members' own knowledge and critical judgement. The reviewer thought that the film deserved" the highest commendation".

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   Do volunteers deserve a commendation?

   • Their hard work deserves commendation. The President issued a commendation praising the volunteers for their exceptional work during the relief effort. Recent Examples on the Web That instead of appreciation and commendation, they would be met with accusations of hate, bigotry and even antisemitism?

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     COMMENDATION meaning: 1. praise, or an official statement...

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     commendation definicja: 1. praise, or an official statement...

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   The meaning of COMMENDATION is an act of commending. How to use commendation in a sentence.

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   the act of commending; recommendation; praise: commendation for a job well done. Synonyms: applause, approbation, approval. Antonyms: condemnation. something that commends, as a formal recommendation or an official citation or award: a commendation for bravery. Synonyms: laudation, panegyric, encomium, eulogy. Antonyms: condemnation.

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   Commendation is the act or an instance of praising or recommending someone or something. It can also mean an award or a formal recognition. See the word origin, usage, and related terms of commendation.

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   A commendation is an award praising someone’s actions. A commendation can be an official award for notable action, often given out by a government or other group. A police officer might receive a special commendation for being particularly brave.

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   Commendation is a noun that means formal praise or an honor given to someone for something admirable. Learn how to use it in sentences, see related words and phrases, and find translations in different languages.

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    Commendation is a noun that means praise or approval, especially in a formal context. It can also mean an award or statement for someone or something. Learn more about its origin, usage and synonyms.