'commendation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'commendatio,' where 'commendare' meant 'to entrust or commit.' 'Inspired' comes from Latin 'inspirare,' meaning 'to breathe into.'

'commendatio' transformed into the Old French word 'commendacion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'commendation.' 'Inspirare' evolved into the Old French 'inspirer,' leading to the modern English 'inspire.'

Initially, 'commendation' meant 'entrusting or committing,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'praise or recognition.' 'Inspired' has largely retained its original meaning of 'being filled with a particular feeling or thought.'