commendation — praise or approval, especially formal public praise
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: praise or approval, especially formal public praise
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌkɑːmənˈdeɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 칭찬, 표창, 공식적인 인정이나 찬사
Korean pronunciation: 카먼**데이**션
Example Sentences
- The pizza delivery guy got a commendation for fighting off a bear with a pepperoni slice.
- Her commendation from the principal made her parents prouder than when she won the lottery.
- The police officer received a commendation for his heroic actions during the rescue.
commendation
NOUN//ˌkɑːmənˈdeɪʃən//
praise or approval, especially formal public praise
An executive presents a commendation certificate to an outstanding employee
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin commendare, meaning 'to entrust to someone's care' or 'to commit to someone's protection.' Originally used in the sense of entrusting someone to God's care, it evolved to mean 'to praise or recommend.'
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📝Examples
“The pizza delivery guy got a commendation for fighting off a bear with a pepperoni slice.”
“Her commendation from the principal made her parents prouder than when she won the lottery.”
“The police officer received a commendation for his heroic actions during the rescue.”
“The student's research paper earned her a commendation from the university.”
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