Commendable: meaning, definitions and examples

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commendable

[ kəˈmɛndəb(ə)l ]

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quality of being deserving praise

Worthy of praise or admiration; deserving approval. Something that is commendable is praiseworthy or laudable.

Synonyms

admirable, commendatory, laudable, praiseworthy

Examples of usage

It is commendable that she volunteers at the shelter every weekend.
His dedication to his work is truly commendable.
The team's effort in the competition was commendable.

Translations

Translations of the word "commendable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 louvável

🇮🇳 प्रशंसनीय (prashansaniya)

🇩🇪 lobenswert

🇮🇩 terpuji

🇺🇦 похвальний

🇵🇱 pochwalny

🇯🇵 称賛に値する (shōsan ni ataisuru)

🇫🇷 louable

🇪🇸 loable

🇹🇷 övgüye değer

🇰🇷 칭찬할 만한 (chingchanhal manhan)

🇸🇦 جدير بالثناء (jadīr bilthana')

🇨🇿 chvályhodný

🇸🇰 chvályhodný

🇨🇳 值得称赞的 (zhídé chēngzàn de)

🇸🇮 hvale vreden

🇮🇸 lofverðugt

🇰🇿 мадақтауға лайық (madaqtaūğa layıq)

🇬🇪 საქებარი (saqebari)

🇦🇿 təqdirəlayiq

🇲🇽 loable

Word origin

The word 'commendable' originated from the Latin word 'commendabilis', meaning praiseworthy. It entered the English language in the late 16th century and has been used to describe actions or qualities that are deserving of praise or approval. Throughout history, individuals and accomplishments have been recognized as commendable for their positive impact on society or for their exceptional qualities.