Meaning of commendation in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌkɑmənˈdeɪʃ(ə)n/

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1. Noun

   commendation

   Etymology

   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

   Definitions

   1. an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement
2. 2. a message expressing a favorable opinion

   Examples

   • « words of approval seldom passed his lips »

   Antonyms

   • disapproval