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[kuh-men-did] / kəˈmɛn dɪd /

ADJECTIVE

endorsed

Synonyms

STRONGEST

approved backed ratified recommended sanctioned settled supported

STRONG

advocated affirmed attested blessed concluded legalized notarized sealed sponsored underwritten upheld validated

WEAK

OK'd boosted

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disapproved discouraged

WEAK

cancelled vetoed

ADJECTIVE

recommended

Synonyms

STRONGEST

approved endorsed favored praised selected suggested supported

STRONG

advocated mentioned sanctioned

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disapproved

WEAK

discouraged discredited

ADJECTIVE

urged

Synonyms

STRONG

adopted advanced aided approved backed boosted endorsed favored praised promoted proposed pushed ratified recommended

Antonyms

STRONG

disapproved discouraged

WEAK

condemned opposed prohibited

Example Sentences

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Danielle Allen is to be commended for her own act of resistance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The judge also commended the "bravery" of Phillip Morgan, as well as the actions of other people.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

South Carolina State University President Alexander Conyers commended the students for objecting “in a manner that reflects the importance of civic engagement and respectful discourse.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Beatriz Andre, acting regional attorney for the EEOC’s Los Angeles District Office, commended Justin and Wonderful for reaching the settlement.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

While carefully working his scissors, Abu Qazem commended Basel for his courage in enduring the pain of this ancient ritual.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat

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