commend kuh-MEND verb WS #9

to praise formally or officially; to express approval of; to present or mention as worthy of confidence or notice; to entrust or commit to someone's care

1. I commend your patience in dealing with this difficult situation.
2. The committee commended the report for its thorough analysis.
3. He commended his soul to God in prayer.
4. The general commended the troops for their bravery in battle.
5. The principal commended the students for their volunteer work.