Commends

/kəˈmɛndz/

Definitions

  1. (v.) To formally praise or endorse, often in legal or official contexts.
    The judge commends the officer for his diligent investigation.

Forms

  • commend
  • commended
  • commending

Commentary

Used primarily in formal legal contexts to indicate official praise or approval, often in judgments or reports.

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