praiseworthy

praise·wor·thy

adj \ˈprāz-ˌwər-thē\

Definition of PRAISEWORTHY

: laudable <a praiseworthy effort>

— praise·wor·thi·ly \-thə-lē\ adverb

— praise·wor·thi·ness \-thē-nəs\ noun

Examples of PRAISEWORTHY

1. praiseworthy efforts to develop an AIDS vaccine
2. <a praiseworthy effort to introduce inner-city youths to the visual arts>

First Known Use of PRAISEWORTHY

15th century

Related to PRAISEWORTHY

Synonyms: applaudable, commendable, creditable, estimable, laudable, meritorious, admirable

Antonyms: censurable, discreditable, illaudable, reprehensible

Related Words: deserving, worthy; awesome, distinctive, distinguished, excellent, heady, honorable, impressive, noteworthy, noticeable, outstanding, redoubtable, reputable, respectable; invaluable, precious, priceless, valuable; delightful, enjoyable, pleasing, satisfying; ethical, good, high-minded, moral, noble, principled

Near Antonyms: base, contemptible, deplorable, despicable, detestable, dirty, infamous, lousy, nasty, notorious, pitiable, pitiful, scabby, scummy, scurvy, sorry, unlikable, unworthy, vile, worthless, wretched; disgraceful, dishonorable, disreputable, ignominious, low, mean, scandalous, seamy, shady, shameful, shocking, sordid, unethical, unsavory

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Rhymes with PRAISEWORTHY

airworthy, blameworthy, crashworthy, Galsworthy, newsworthy, noteworthy, roadworthy, seaworthy, trustworthy, unworthy