Community Service Awards

noun the action of praising or approving of someone or something

• The employee received a commendation for his exceptional work ethic.
• I heard Sarah got a commendation for her project presentation.
• Dude, you totally deserve a commendation for acing that exam!
• The artist's latest masterpiece is a commendation of beauty and creativity.

verb to formally suggest someone for a position or office

• The committee will nominate a candidate for the upcoming election.
• I think we should nominate Sarah for the position.
• Let's nominate John because he's the best fit for the job.
• I nominate this book for the award of best fiction novel.