Laudable: meaning, definitions and examples
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laudable
[ ˈlɔːdəb(ə)l ]
praiseworthy
Deserving praise and commendation; commendable.
Synonyms
admirable, commendable, meritorious, praiseworthy.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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laudable |
Use this word to describe actions or efforts that are highly deserving of praise and approval, often in a formal or literary context.
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commendable |
Used to highlight actions, decisions, or achievements that deserve approval and praise, often implying a sense of duty or responsibility well-fulfilled.
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praiseworthy |
Suitable for highlighting actions or efforts that are deserving of praise, often in an earnest or sincere manner.
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admirable |
This word is appropriate for describing people or actions that are worthy of admiration and respect. Suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
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meritorious |
Best suited for formal or academic contexts when describing achievements or actions that are exceptionally deserving of praise and recognition.
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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.