commendation
1. a message expressing a favorable opinion - words of approval seldom passed his lips • Syn: approval • Ant: disapproval (for: approval) • Derivationally related forms: commend, approbate (for: approval) • Hypernyms: message, content, subject matter, substance • Hyponyms: approbation, sanction, countenance, endorsement, indorsement, warrant, imprimatur, recognition, credit, connivance, secret approval, tacit consent, permission, encouragement, acclaim, acclamation, plaudits, plaudit, eclat, applause, hand clapping, clapping, cheer, praise, congratulations, kudos, extolment, tribute, testimonial 2. an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement • Syn: citation • Derivationally related forms: commend, cite (for: citation) • Hypernyms: award, accolade, honor, honour, laurels
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