"commendation" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

is a type of: accolade, award, honor, honour, laurels - a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

same as: citation
is a type of: content, message, subject matter, substance - what a communication that is about something is about
subtypes:
- approbation - official recognition or approval
- countenance, endorsement, imprimatur, indorsement, sanction, warrant - formal and explicit approval
- credit, recognition - approval
- connivance, secret approval, tacit consent - (law) tacit approval of someone's wrongdoing
- permission - approval to do something
- encouragement - the expression of approval and support
- acclaim, acclamation, eclat, plaudit, plaudits - enthusiastic approval
- applause, clapping, hand clapping - a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together
- cheer - a cry or shout of approval
- congratulations, extolment, kudos, praise - an expression of approval and commendation
- testimonial, tribute - something given or done as an expression of esteem
same as: approval