Laudable: meaning, definitions and examples

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laudable

 

[ ˈlɔːdəb(ə)l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

praiseworthy

Deserving praise and commendation; commendable.

Synonyms

admirable, commendable, meritorious, praiseworthy

Examples of usage

  • His laudable efforts to improve the community were recognized by all.
  • Her laudable dedication to her studies led to her academic success.

Translations

Translations of the word "laudable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 louvável

🇮🇳 सराहनीय

🇩🇪 lobenswert

🇮🇩 terpuji

🇺🇦 похвальний

🇵🇱 chwalebny

🇯🇵 称賛に値する

🇫🇷 louable

🇪🇸 loable

🇹🇷 övgüye değer

🇰🇷 칭찬할 만한

🇸🇦 جدير بالثناء

🇨🇿 chvályhodný

🇸🇰 chvályhodný

🇨🇳 值得称赞的

🇸🇮 hvalevreden

🇮🇸 verðugur lofs

🇰🇿 мақтауға лайық

🇬🇪 საქებარი

🇦🇿 təqdirəlayiq

🇲🇽 loable

Etymology

The word 'laudable' originated from the Latin word 'laudabilis', meaning praiseworthy. It has been used in English since the late 14th century to describe actions or qualities worthy of praise and commendation. Over the centuries, 'laudable' has maintained its positive connotation and is commonly used to acknowledge admirable efforts or behavior.

See also: laud, lauded.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,377, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.