praiseworthy

adjective

praise·​wor·​thy ˈprāz-ˌwər-t͟hē How to pronounce praiseworthy (audio)
: laudable
a praiseworthy effort
praiseworthily adverb
praiseworthiness noun

Examples of praiseworthy in a Sentence

praiseworthy efforts to develop an AIDS vaccine a praiseworthy effort to introduce inner-city youths to the visual arts
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Powder sand beaches, praiseworthy cuisine, endless activities, and a nightlife scene that starts at sunset and can go well past sunrise are just a few of the things that make Barbados a must this summer. Essence, 20 June 2025 That young people are engaging in any formalities and celebrating one another at all is praiseworthy. Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2025 The craft credits are also praiseworthy across the board. Alissa Simon, Variety, 6 Mar. 2025 This time around, Bezos has been praiseworthy of the president, attending his inauguration. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for praiseworthy

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of praiseworthy was in the 15th century

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“Praiseworthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/praiseworthy. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

praiseworthy

adjective
praise·​wor·​thy -ˌwər-t͟hē How to pronounce praiseworthy (audio)
: worthy of praise

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