commendation
noun
com·men·da·tion
ˌkä-mən-ˈdā-shən 
-ˌmen-
1
a
: an act of commending
b
: something (such as a formal citation) that commends
2
archaic
: compliment
Examples of commendation in a Sentence
Their hard work deserves commendation.
The President issued a commendation praising the volunteers for their exceptional work during the relief effort.
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According to her official bio, Chatfield was the recipient of numerous honors, including the Distinguished Service Medal, the Bronze Star and commendation medals from the Navy, Army and Air Force.
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Jade Walker, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
To receive commendation from such a fairy godmother was not just a joy but a serious professional boost, and Macdonald’s reputation soared.
—Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2025
No soldiers were punished, and many earned commendations for their valor.
—Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
On October 21, Gov. Hobbs held a formal commendation ceremony to recognize the bravery and quick action of those who were vital to the evacuation efforts.
—Skylar Heisey, The Arizona Republic, 22 Oct. 2024
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Jade Walker, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
To receive commendation from such a fairy godmother was not just a joy but a serious professional boost, and Macdonald’s reputation soared.
—Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2025
No soldiers were punished, and many earned commendations for their valor.
—Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
On October 21, Gov. Hobbs held a formal commendation ceremony to recognize the bravery and quick action of those who were vital to the evacuation efforts.
—Skylar Heisey, The Arizona Republic, 22 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for commendation
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“Commendation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/commendation. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
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commendation
noun
com·men·da·tion
ˌkäm-ən-ˈdā-shən
-ˌen-
1
: an act of commending
2
: something that commends
was awarded a commendation for bravery
commendatory
adjective
kə-ˈmen-də-ˌtōr-ē
-ˌtȯr-
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