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commendation [ˌkɒmɛnˈdeɪʃən] n
1. the act or an instance of commending; praise 2. an award ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
commendation noun praise, credit, approval, acclaim, encouragement, Brownie points, approbation, acclamation, good opinion, panegyric, encomium Both teams deserve commendation for their performance. Translations commendation [ˌkɒmenˈdeɪʃən] N 1. (= praise) → elogio m, encomio m (Mil) → distinción f 2. (= recommendation) → recomendación f commendation commendation [ˌkɒmɛnˈdeɪʃ/ən] n (for bravery) → encomio, lode f; (recommendation) → raccomandazione f commendation [ˌkɒmɛnˈdeɪʃ/ən] n (for bravery) → encomio, lode f; (recommendation) → raccomandazione f How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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There are a few passages in the ensuing chapters which may be thought to bear rather bard upon a reverend order of men, the account of whose proceedings in different quarters of the globe-- transmitted to us through their own hands--very generally, and often very deservedly, receives high commendation.
SOME, in their discourse, desire rather commendation of wit, in being able to hold all arguments, than of judgment, in discerning what is true; as if it were a praise, to know what might be said, and not, what should be thought. But as the priceless treasure too frequently hides at the bottom of a well, it needs some courage to dive for it, especially as he that does so will be likely to incur more scorn and obloquy for the mud and water into which he has ventured to plunge, than thanks for the jewel he procures; as, in like manner, she who undertakes the cleansing of a careless bachelor's apartment will be liable to more abuse for the dust she raises than commendation for the clearance she effects. |
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