CEFR B1

commending

verb

Meaning

To praise someone or something formally or enthusiastically.

Examples

The manager commended the team for their hard work and dedication.
Her efforts in organizing the charity event were highly commended by the mayor.

Synonyms: praise, applaud, laud, extol

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commending (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kəˈmend/

Definition

To praise someone or something formally or enthusiastically.

Examples

The manager commended the team for their hard work and dedication.
Her efforts in organizing the charity event were highly commended by the mayor.
He deserves to be commended for his bravery in the face of danger.

How to Use commending

commend someone for something (prepositional phrase): To praise someone for a specific action or quality. — "The teacher commended Sarah for her excellent essay."
commendable (word family): Deserving praise. — "His efforts to help the community were commendable."
commend something to someone (prepositional phrase): To entrust something to someone's care or protection. — "He commended his belongings to the hotel's safe-keeping."

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