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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

Supt Lynne Corbett commended the officers for their bravery and professionalism.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 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

The judge commended the McNally family for the dignity they have shown throughout this lengthy process.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

All of the other coaches clapped for me, patted me on the back, and commended me on my skills.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad

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