commend — To praise formally or officially; to present as suitable for approval or acceptance.
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: To praise formally or officially; to present as suitable for approval or acceptance.
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈmend/
Korean meaning: 칭찬하다, 추천하다
Korean pronunciation: 커-멘드 (강세: 멘)
Example Sentences
- The boss commended John for working overtime to finish the cat video presentation.
- I commend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys good food.
- The judge commended the jury for their patience during the lengthy trial.
commend
VERB//kəˈmend//
To praise formally or officially; to present as suitable for approval or acceptance.
To praise formally or officially; to present as suitable for approval or acceptance.
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The judge commends those who defend, watching reputations extend!
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Origin
From Latin 'commendare', meaning to entrust someone or something to another's care. The idea evolved from 'entrusting because of worthiness' to 'praising' someone's good qualities.
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“The boss commended John for working overtime to finish the cat video presentation.”
“I commend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys good food.”
“The judge commended the jury for their patience during the lengthy trial.”
“She commended her dog for finally learning not to eat her homework.”
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