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Britannica Dictionary definition of COMMEND
[+ object]
formal
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to praise (someone or something) in a serious and often public way
— often + for
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He commended her honesty.
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His poetry is highly commended by other writers.
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He commended her for her honesty.
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They should be commended for their bravery.
2
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to mention (someone or something) as deserving attention or approval
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recommend
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I commend this book to anyone interested in learning more about American history.
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Their theory has much to commend it. [=there are many good things about it]
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His ideas are not likely to commend themselves to most voters. [=most voters will not like and approve of his ideas]
