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Synonyms & Similar Words
praiseworthy
admirable
commendatory
laudable
meritorious
deserving
estimable
respectable
creditable
honorable
exemplary
worthy
notable
distinguished
illustrious
reputable
decent
good
fine
excellent
superb
outstanding
exceptional
remarkable
notable
dignified
noble
virtuous
moral
ethical
just
fair
decent
proper
fitting
suitable
becoming
seemly
decorous
praisable
applaudable
appreciable
valuable
worthwhile
laudatory
eulogistic
panegyric
encomiastic
Meaning of Commendable
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "commendable" refers to something or someone that deserves praise or approval.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "commendable" as worthy of praise or approval, or deserving of commendation.
- The Cambridge Dictionary describes "commendable" as deserving praise or admiration, or good and deserving approval.
Example Uses
- The team's effort to complete the project on time was truly commendable.
- Her decision to donate to charity was a commendable act of kindness.
- The restaurant's commitment to using locally sourced ingredients is commendable.
- The student's grades were commendable, considering the difficulty of the course.
- The company's policies on environmental sustainability are commendable and set a good example for others.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unworthy
undeserving
unpraiseworthy
discreditable
dishonorable
shameful
disgraceful
deplorable
regrettable
lamentable
unfortunate
unhappy
unsatisfactory
inadequate
insufficient
poor
bad
awful
terrible
atrocious
abysmal
appalling
reprehensible
blameworthy
culpable
guilty
faulty
flawed
imperfect
deficient
lacking