commend

US /kəˈmend/

UK /kəˈmend/

1.

praise formally or officially

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The police officer was commended for his bravery.

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We commend her for her dedication to the project.

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praise applaud laud extol hail

2.

present as suitable for approval or acceptance; recommend

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I can commend this book to anyone interested in history.

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The committee commended the proposal for further review.

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recommend suggest propose advocate endorse

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commendable