commendatory
Definition
- Adjective:
- Expressing praise or approval: "commendatory" describes something that conveys commendation, approval, or favorable recognition.
- Serving as a recommendation: It can also refer to words or actions intended to recommend someone or something.
Usage Examples
- (Expressing praise for the student's effort.)
- (Her approving comments lifted spirits.)
- (The letter recommended the applicant strongly.)
Advanced Usage
"commendatory gesture": an action that shows approval or praise.
- The standing ovation was a commendatory gesture from the audience. (The applause expressed approval.)
"commendatory tone": a manner of speaking that conveys praise.
- He spoke in a commendatory tone about her achievements. (His voice showed admiration.)
Variants and Related Words
- Commend (verb): to praise or express approval of.
- I commend you for your dedication. (I praise you.)
- Commendation (noun): the act of praising or an official statement of praise.
- She received a commendation for bravery. (An official award of praise.)
- Commendable (adjective): deserving praise.
- His effort was commendable. (Worthy of praise.)
Synonyms
- Laudatory: expressing praise and commendation.
- Approving: showing or expressing approval.
- Complimentary: expressing a compliment; favorable.
- Eulogistic: full of praise, especially in a formal speech.
Antonyms
- Critical: expressing disapproval or criticism.
- Disparaging: expressing a low opinion of; belittling.
- Censuring: expressing severe disapproval.
Related Idioms
- Sing someone's praises: to praise someone highly and publicly.
- The manager sang the employee's praises at the meeting. (He gave commendatory remarks.)
- Pat on the back: an expression of praise or approval.
- She gave him a pat on the back for his good work. (A commendatory gesture.)