commendation

About 0.72 uses per million words.

Meaning

1. noun The act of commending; praise; favorable representation in words; recommendation.

   letter of commendation

2. noun That which is the ground of approbation or praise.
3. noun A message of affection or respect; compliments; greeting.
4. noun An award or recognition for performance; a medal.

   The officer received a commendation for bravery.

Similar words

approval citation praise compliment appreciative accolade acclaim appreciation homage tribute

Often followed by

of for from and to in is medal or

Word family

commendations