Serving to praise or express approval; recommending someone or something as worthy. Commendatory language highlights positive qualities and achievements.
From Latin 'commendare,' meaning 'to entrust' or 'to praise,' combining 'com-' (together) and 'mandare' (to entrust). Originally meant entrusting someone to another's care, which implied vouching for their good character.
Break it down as 'COM-MEND-atory'—like a community coming together to mend someone's reputation with praise! Commendatory language doesn't just compliment; it actively recommends and vouches for someone's worth.
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