COMMENDATION, n.

1. The act of commending praise favorable representation in words declaration of esteem.

Need we, as some other, letters of commendation. 2 Corinthians 31 .

2. Ground of esteem, approbation or praise that which presents a person or thing to another in a favorable light, and renders worthy of regard, or acceptance.

Good-nature is the most godlike commendation of a man.

3. Service respects message of love.