COMMENDATION Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

commendation

noun

ˌkä-mən-ˈdā-shən

Definition of commendation

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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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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as in regards

commendations plural, archaic best wishes his Lordship extends his hearty commendations

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Recent Examples of commendation The novel earned commendations from authors such as Salman Rushdie and Amitav Ghosh. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026 His contributions to Japanese cinema earned him the 2004 Kawakita Prize and a commendation from Japan’s Foreign Ministry in 2008. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 July 2026 But precise passes that squeeze the maximum gain out of plays will receive extra commendation. — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 24 June 2026 His actions came to light when a letter of commendation was sent to the state by Pamlico County Emergency Services. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for commendation

Recent Examples of Synonyms for commendation

Noun

So far, the streamer’s awards hopeful has collected $650,000 from two weekends in limited release.

— Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 25 Oct. 2026
Also presented at the ceremony are awards for the men's and women's young talent, goalkeeper, coach, club and striker.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of award

Noun

For their collaborative full-length debut, Eris Drew and Octo Octa hunkered down in their New Hampshire cabin to craft a celebratory, sample-heavy tribute to the maximalist dance music of yore.

— Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 22 Oct. 2026
In the center of the lounge there’s an imposing green marble bar—a tribute to the celebrated Italian architect Piero Portaluppi—that serves as the focal point of the space.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of tribute

Noun

MacBooks are simply better laptops in most regards, with minor losses in display quality and AI functionality.

— Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026
Yet, in many regards, the Grammys remain a game of the usual suspects, as a certain level of visibility and proximity to mainstream America is seemingly required to claim a nomination, let alone a victory.

— Preezy Brown, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of regards

Noun

Kaylia Nemour of Algeria recovered from a misstep on vault in the all-around finals on Friday that cost her a medal to easily defend her gold on uneven bars.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Giulio Dalvit, curator of sculpture at the Frick, said that the exhibition’s five free-standing figures, two tomb monuments, 11 cast reliefs and eight commemorative medals represent a large portion of bronze artworks from 15th-century Siena.

— Blake Gopnik, New York Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of medal

Noun

According to Bryant, officers handcuffed the men, questioned them separately and placed him in a police vehicle before releasing him with the citation.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
The coaster’s most recent inspection, on March 16, reported no violations, deficiencies, citations or red tags, according to King.

— Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of citation

Noun

As much an acknowledgment of survival as a rallying cry, the song draws out sadness as well as satisfaction from the audience.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026
For more than three decades, international acknowledgment has been Somaliland’s diplomatic center of gravity.

— Mahbub Abdillahi, Christian Science Monitor, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of acknowledgment

Noun

Over the course of her long career, Curtis, 67, has developed a lengthy résumé in film and television, winning numerous accolades along the way, including an Oscar and an Emmy (she’s been nominated for a Grammy too — there’s still time for an EGOT).

— Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Women who've accepted their past mistakes aren't used to accepting accolades.

— Noel Brennan, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of accolade

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