commendation
gb/kˌɑməndˈeɪʃən/ us/kˌɑməndˈeɪʃən/
C1
English
elismerés, dicséret, hivatalos elismerés, ajánlás
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
1
Usage pattern:
commendation for [something]; commendation from [someone]; commendation of [someone/something]
Her work drew commendation from the review panel.
Munkája kivívta az értékelő bizottság elismerését.
The report was met with commendation for its clarity and detail.
A jelentést világosságáért és részletességéért elismeréssel fogadták.
He accepted the commendation with a brief thank-you.
Learner examples
She received commendation for her hard work.
Elismerést kapott a kemény munkájáért.
The teacher gave him commendation for helping others.
A tanár megdicsérte, amiért segített másoknak.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse commendation (praise) with recommendation (advice to choose something).
Meaning
praise and approval
Collocations
high commendation
|public commendation
|widespread commendation
|earn commendation
|deserve commendation
|win commendation
|receive commendation
|attract commendation
|words of commendation
|commendation from colleagues
Synonyms
praise (more general and less formal.)
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recognition (focuses on being noticed/acknowledged.)
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approval (emphasizes agreement or positive judgment.)
Antonyms
criticism (negative judgment instead of praise.)
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disapproval (lack of approval or support.)
Themes
communication
|emotions
|work
|education
Definition
formal praise for something good you did.
praise or approval expressed for someone or something, especially in a formal way.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
2
Usage pattern:
a commendation for [act/achievement]; award/give [someone] a commendation
The firefighter received a commendation for bravery.
A tűzoltó hivatalos elismerést kapott bátorságáért.
She was awarded a commendation by the chief for outstanding service.
A parancsnok kiemelkedő szolgálatáért hivatalos elismerésben részesítette őt.
The unit earned a commendation after the successful rescue.
Learner examples
He got a commendation at work.
A munkahelyén hivatalos elismerést kapott.
The officer received a commendation.
A tiszt hivatalos elismerést kapott.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use commendation when they mean reward or promotion; a commendation is specifically official praise/recognition.
Meaning
official praise or award
Collocations
an official commendation
|a special commendation
|a commendation for bravery
|a commendation for service
|a police commendation
|a military commendation
|award a commendation
|receive a commendation
|issue a commendation
|commendation certificate
Synonyms
citation (often a written official notice of merit.)
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award (broader; may include prizes not specifically praise.)
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honor (emphasizes respect rather than the document/statement.)
Antonyms
reprimand (official criticism rather than official praise.)
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sanction (official penalty rather than recognition.)
Themes
work
|government
|law
|military
Definition
an official award or statement that praises someone.
an official statement, citation, or award given to recognize someone’s actions or performance.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
3
ajánlás
B1
Usage pattern:
a commendation of [someone/something]; give [something] your commendation
I can give this course my full commendation.
Ezt a tanfolyamot teljes mértékben tudom ajánlani.
The candidate’s application came with a written commendation from her supervisor.
A pályázatához a felettese írásos ajánlását is mellékelték.
The committee’s commendation helped the proposal move forward.
Learner examples
This book has my commendation.
Ajánlom ezt a könyvet.
Her manager wrote a commendation for her.
A vezetője írt neki egy ajánlást.
Common mistake:
Commendation can mean a recommendation, but it usually sounds more formal and praising than the everyday word recommendation.
Meaning
formal recommendation or endorsement
Collocations
my highest commendation
|warm commendation
|strong commendation
|without reservation
|give your commendation
|offer commendation
|commendation of the proposal
|commendation of the candidate
|commendation for the plan
|commendation by the committee
Synonyms
recommendation (more common and neutral; less praising.)
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endorsement (often public support, sometimes promotional.)
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support (broader; not necessarily a formal statement.)
Antonyms
objection (expresses opposition rather than support.)
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condemnation (strong disapproval rather than approval.)
Themes
business
|education
|communication
Definition
a formal statement saying something is good and should be accepted or chosen.
a formal statement that recommends or endorses a person, product, or course of action.
Grammar
Dictionary form
commendation
IPA
GB/kˌɑməndˈeɪʃən/
US/kˌɑməndˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
com - mend - a - tion (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (a)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: commendation
- Plural: commendation, commendations
Word family
Expressions
letter of commendation
1/lˈɛtɚ əv kˌɑməndˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
formal letter praising someone
a formal letter that says someone did a good job.
Examples
- She submitted a letter of commendation from her previous employer.
- The captain wrote a letter of commendation for the crew after the storm.
- His file included two letters of commendation and one warning.
Learner examples
- My boss gave me a letter of commendation.
- He asked for a letter of commendation.
with commendation
1/wˈɪθ kˌɑməndˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
receiving official praise
with special official praise.
Examples
- She completed the program with commendation.
- He passed the final assessment with commendation for his presentation.
- The report was accepted with commendation by the review board.
Learner examples
- She graduated with commendation.
words of commendation
1/wˈɚdz əv kˌɑməndˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
spoken or written praise
praise you say or write about someone.
Examples
- The director had a few words of commendation for the team.
- Her speech ended with words of commendation for the volunteers.
- He offered words of commendation, then moved on to the problems.
Learner examples
- The manager gave words of commendation.
- She wrote words of commendation about his work.