: the act of praising or approving of someone or something. : something (such as an official letter) that praises someone publicly. See the full definition for commendation in the English Language Learners Dictionary. commendation. noun.

What is an example of commendation?

The definition of a commendation is an official recommendation or praise. An example of commendation is praising someone for saving a life of someone in the community.

What does commendation mean on a certificate?

A commendation is an award praising someone's actions. A commendation can be an official award for notable action, often given out by a government or other group. A police officer might receive a special commendation for being particularly brave. This kind of commendation is often awarded at a public ceremony.