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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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Sayers commended the philosopher for anticipating “the great modern theory of fair-play” that defined these works: The author must present all the clues necessary for solving the mystery while misleading the reader about their import.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Fifa president Gianni Infantino said he was "shocked and saddened" by the incident and commended Letexier for activating the anti-racism protocol.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

Newsom praised the decision and commended his more than 30 years of experience in the transportation sector.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Experts commended the effort as one of the most comprehensive post-fire school remediations.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 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

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.