laudable

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/ˈlɔːdəbl/
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Describes aims, efforts, actions, or qualities that deserve praise because they show real merit.

Examples

  • The committee praised the laudable effort to clean the park.
  • The charity's laudable work has helped thousands of families.
  • Their laudable ambition was not enough to overcome the poor planning.
  • She admired the athlete's laudable humility after the victory.
  • The report highlighted the company's laudable transparency.

Similar words

admirable
creditable
exemplary
meritorious
commendable
praiseworthy
worthy

Meanings

Deserving praise

adjective
ethics
formal
Worthy of praise because the aim, action, effort, or quality has real merit.

Examples

  • The committee praised the laudable effort to clean the park.
  • His laudable dedication to teaching earned him an award.
  • The report highlighted the company's laudable transparency.
  • She admired the athlete's laudable humility after the victory.
  • The charity's laudable work has helped thousands of families.
  • Improving the school system is a laudable goal.
  • Their laudable ambition was not enough to overcome the poor planning.

Similar words

Etymology

From Middle English laudable, from Latin laudabilis, from laudare, meaning "to praise".

FAQ

What does laudable mean?

Laudable means worthy of praise or approval because something has real merit.

Is laudable formal?

Yes. Laudable is mostly formal and often appears in evaluations, public comments, or serious writing.

Can a goal be laudable?

Yes. A laudable goal is one that deserves praise, even if it is difficult or not yet successful.

Can laudable describe a person?

It can, but it more often describes a person's effort, aim, conduct, or quality.

What is a synonym for laudable?

Commendable, praiseworthy, admirable, and meritorious are close synonyms.

What is the opposite of laudable?

Reprehensible, blameworthy, and disgraceful are common opposites.

What is the difference between laudable and laudatory?

Laudable means deserving praise, while laudatory means expressing praise.

What is the adverb form of laudable?

The adverb is laudably, as in "She acted laudably under pressure."

Where does laudable come from?

Laudable comes from Latin laudabilis, from laudare, meaning "to praise".

How do you use laudable in a sentence?

A natural example is "Reducing waste is a laudable goal."

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