Definitions
- Describing the act of praising or expressing approval for someone's actions or behavior. - Referring to giving recognition or approval for a job well done. - Talking about acknowledging and appreciating someone's efforts or achievements.
- Describing the act of showing approval or admiration by clapping hands together. - Referring to expressing praise or approval for a performance or accomplishment. - Talking about acknowledging and appreciating someone's talent or achievement in a public setting.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve expressing approval or admiration.
- 2Both can be used to acknowledge someone's efforts or achievements.
- 3Both can be used in formal or informal contexts.
- 4Both can be used to show support or appreciation for someone.
What is the difference?
- 1Action: Commended refers to verbal praise or recognition, while applauded specifically refers to clapping hands together.
- 2Physicality: Commended does not involve physical actions, while applauded requires clapping hands.
- 3Setting: Commended can be used in various settings, while applauded is typically used in public performances or events.
- 4Intensity: Commended can be more subtle and can be used for general praise, while applauded implies a stronger and more enthusiastic response.
- 5Usage: Commended is more commonly used in professional or academic contexts, while applauded is more commonly used in entertainment or public settings.
Remember this!
Commended and applauded are synonyms that both convey approval and appreciation. However, commended is used to verbally praise or recognize someone's actions or behavior, while applauded specifically refers to clapping hands together to show approval or admiration. Commended is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, while applauded is typically used in public performances or events.
