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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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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

"Although a tragic outcome today, their efforts are to be commended and really did give the couple the best chance."

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

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

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

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

I commended these three men as individuals, not as representatives of the court or of the state or even of their race, but as exemplars of human decency under adversity.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela