commendation

/ˌkɒmənˈdeɪʃən/

commendation means the act of commending; praise; favorable representation in words; recommendation.

Among words judged in Lexicurio's Arena, commendation ranks #4,728 of 20,679 for Qualifying.

commendation is pronounced /ˌkɒmənˈdeɪʃən/.

Etymology

From Middle English commendacioun, from Old French commendacion (“approval, praise”), from Latin commendatio (“recommendation, commendation”), from commendare.

noun

The act of commending; praise; favorable representation in words; recommendation.“letter of commendation”
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.“The officer received a commendation for bravery.”