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Commendably: meaning, definitions and examples

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commendably

 

[ kəˈmɛndəblɪ ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

praise, action

Commendably is used to describe an action that is done in a manner worthy of praise or admiration. It indicates that the person or action is deserving of commendation and reflects a high level of integrity or excellence. This term often applies to behaviors, decisions, or outcomes that can be deemed exemplary or admirable, highlighting the positive qualities of the subject.

Synonyms

admirably, notably, praiseworthily

Examples of usage

  • She performed commendably during the competition.
  • The team worked commendably under pressure.
  • He responded commendably to the challenging situation.

Translations

Translations of the word "commendably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 louvavelmente

🇮🇳 प्रशंसनीयता

🇩🇪 lobenswert

🇮🇩 terpuji

🇺🇦 похвально

🇵🇱 chwalebnie

🇯🇵 称賛に値する

🇫🇷 louable

🇪🇸 loable

🇹🇷 övgüye değer

🇰🇷 칭찬할 만한

🇸🇦 مستحق الثناء

🇨🇿 chvályhodně

🇸🇰 chvályhodne

🇨🇳 值得称赞的

🇸🇮 hvalevredno

🇮🇸 lofsverð

🇰🇿 мадақтауға лайық

🇬🇪 სასიხარულო

🇦🇿 tərifə layiq

🇲🇽 digno de elogio

Etymology

The word 'commendably' comes from the verb 'commend,' which originates from the Latin 'commendare,' meaning 'to entrust' or 'to recommend.' The formation of the word follows the pattern of creating adverbs in English by adding '-ly' to the adjectives derived from 'commend.' The earliest uses of 'commend' in English date back to the 14th century, where it conveyed the idea of giving someone or something a recommendation, expressing approval or admiration. Over time, 'commend' evolved to include the notion of praise, leading to the adverbial form 'commendably,' which emerged in modern English usage to enhance descriptions of actions deserving praise. The historical context of 'commend' highlights its roots in trust and endorsement, which remains relevant in the contemporary understanding of 'commendably' as reflecting actions or behaviors that are worthy of recognition and admiration.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,383 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.