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Synonyms & Similar Words
admirable
commendable
praiseworthy
meritorious
deserving
worthy
creditable
honorable
respectable
estimable
exemplary
laudatory
eulogistic
panegyric
encomiastic
flattering
extolling
acclamatory
celebratory
approbatory
approving
affirmative
positive
uplifting
inspiring
motivational
encouraging
heartening
reassuring
comforting
satisfying
gratifying
pleasing
delightful
welcome
agreeable
satisfactory
adequate
sufficient
decent
fair
passable
tolerable
acceptable
good
fine
excellent
superb
outstanding
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remarkable
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distinguished
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glorious
renowned
famous
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worshiped
adored
cherished
treasured
prized
valued
respected
admired
looked_up_to
emulated
imitated
followed
aped
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Meaning of Laudable
The primary meaning of the word "Laudable" is to describe something or someone as deserving praise and admiration.
Definitions
- Giving rise to praise or admiration, worthy of praise or admiration
- * Deserving praise or commendation, meritorious
Etymology of Laudable
The word "Laudable" originates from the Latin word "laudabilis", which is derived from "laudare", meaning to praise
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe actions, behaviors, or qualities that are worthy of praise or admiration
Example Uses
- The team's laudable efforts to reduce their carbon footprint have earned them a prestigious award
- * Her laudable commitment to social justice has inspired countless young people to get involved in activism
- * The company's laudable decision to prioritize employee well-being has led to significant improvements in productivity and job satisfaction
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
undesirable
unworthy
unpraiseworthy
blameworthy
culpable
reprehensible
deplorable
disgraceful
shameful
dishonorable
disreputable
infamous
notorious
odious
abhorrent
detestable
loathsome
hateful
despicable
contemptible
pitiful
pathetic
lamentable
regrettable
unfortunate
unhappy
disappointing
unsatisfactory
inadequate
insufficient
deficient
faulty
flawed
imperfect
subpar
substandard
mediocre
unimpressive
uninspiring
unremarkable
unnoteworthy
obscure
unknown
inconspicuous
unnoticed
ignored
disregarded
disapproved
disallowed
forbidden
prohibited
unacceptable
unaccepted
rejected
denied
refused