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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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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

Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal, who had sharply criticized the flag’s removal, commended news of the agreement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Stacey commended Brayen's school for its handling of his allergies - pupils wash their hands before and after lunch, and Brayen heads straight to the yard after eating.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

A few commended Chait personally but said he had fallen short in managing school safety issues — which were under his jurisdiction in his immediate previous role as chief of operations.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 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