commendation
Pronunciation: /ˌkɒmənˈdeɪʃən/
The English word “commendation” has 4 meanings listed here.
noun
- The act of commending; praise; favorable representation in words; recommendation.
- That which is the ground of approbation or praise.
- A message of affection or respect; compliments; greeting.
- An award or recognition for performance; a medal.
Etymology
From Middle English commendacioun, from Old French commendacion (“approval, praise”), from Latin commendatio (“recommendation, commendation”), from commendare.
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