commendation
nounHow many syllables in commendation?
There are 4 syllables in the word commendation.How to pronounce commendation:
Definition of commendation:
- commendation (noun):
- an act of commending
- an enthusiastic expression of approval
- an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement.
Synonyms for commendation:
acclaim
acclamation
accolade
acknowledgement
acknowledgment
approbation
approval
award
brownie points
citation
credit
encomium
encouragement
good opinion
honor
laurels
medal
mention
panegyric
praise
prize
Antonyms for commendation:
abuse
accusation
admonition
attack
bad press
belittlement
beratement
blame
booing
brickbats
calumniation
calumny
castigation
catcalls
censure
chastisement
complaint
condemnation
contempt
critical remarks
criticism
damnation
debasement
decrease
denigration
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Syllable Fun Fact
The variation in syllable count for the same word between British and American English accents, such as 'secretary', reflects differences in pronunciation standards.
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