to present, mention, or praise as worthy of confidence, notice, kindness, etc.; recommend

to commend a friend to another; to commend an applicant for employment.

to entrust; give in charge; deliver with confidence

I commend my child to your care.

to cite or name with approval or special praise

to commend a soldier for bravery.

Feudal Law . to place (oneself or one's land) under another's protection so as to become his vassal.

Archaic . to recommend (a person) to the kind remembrance of another.

adjective

blameworthy , poor , unworthy , illaudable , unpraiseworthy

adjective

admirable , creditable , deserving , estimable , excellent , exemplary , laudable , meritable , meritorious , praisable , thankworthy , worthy , honorable , praiseworthy , reputable , respectable , notable