Definitions

1. verb

to express approval or admiration for (someone or something) publicly

“The mayor came to commend the volunteers for their efforts during the disaster.”

2. verb

to recommend or propose (someone or something) for a particular position or honor

“The professor was asked to commend a colleague for the award.”

3. noun

an expression of praise or approval

“The commend received by the team was widely reported in the media.”

4. noun

a formal act of praising or honoring someone

“The commend ceremony was attended by dignitaries from all over the country.”

5. verb (transitive)

to entrust (something) to someone’s care

“The manager was asked to commend the project to a colleague.”