COMMENDABLE Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

commendable

adjective

Definition of commendable

as in meritorious

deserving of high regard or great approval a commendable interest in classical music

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Recent Examples of commendable McCord has good size, adequate talent and commendable resilience. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026 Coming shortly after a commendable performance in a UEFA Super Cup defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, the Thomas Frank era started positively. — Michael Cox, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 The way the pups and Ryder speak to one another is commendable. — Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 14 Aug. 2026 That is commendable and I would have been very fulfilled doing so. — Jeff Giullian, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 Overall, the Marshall Milton ANC is a commendable pair of headphones. — Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026 Thomas Hummel, head of the Smell and Taste center in the department of Otorhinolaryngology at the Dresden University of Technology, who has developed olfactory implants, says Zhao’s work is commendable. — Hannah Docter-Loeb, Scientific American, 24 July 2026 While his commitment to his royal duties is commendable, many family members are growing increasingly worried about his well-being. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 23 July 2026 While his expedient return to action after those injuries was commendable, the Mets are wondering if a lack of rehab took its toll. — Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for commendable

Adjective

The process is highly competitive, and only the proposals deemed the most meritorious receive funding.

— Felix V. Matos Rodriguez, New York Daily News, 17 July 2026
These are lawsuits that are not meritorious but are brought to any of harass, intimidate or retaliate against defendants for their exercise of their free speech and related rights.

— Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of meritorious

Adjective

Verdict Cadillac’s mission to take a basic electric crossover and transform it into a grand tourer with the Optiq-V is admirable.

— Adam Ismail, The Drive, 2 Sep. 2026
The selection process does not judge whether a study is admirable or absurd, good or bad.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of admirable

Adjective

Manning struggled with Ohio State’s coverage disguises and threw one interception (and had another turnover-worthy throw, according to Pro Football Focus).

— Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
For early ethologists, pure observation and description were worthy on their own.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of worthy

Adjective

Lampard felt his players deserved a point after creating several excellent chances.

— Stuart James, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Picturesque views of the surrounding Casco Bay are abundant, and its consistently excellent food scene has made the city a culinary hot spot for the ages.

— Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of excellent

Adjective

That’s laudable, but politically beneficial, too — another Donalds box checked.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026
His comments may have been ill-considered since notoriety doesn’t come solely through laudable actions; Fauci faced plenty of criticism.

— Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of laudable

Adjective

That’s one reason many people aspire to lead praiseworthy lives later encapsulated in obituaries.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2026
While the exterior features of the shed are certainly praiseworthy, the construction of the structure is also impressive.

— Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 June 2026

Definition of praiseworthy

Adjective

Both players were able to end points quickly, and Sabalenka also showed off some impressive speed in tracking down drop shots.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
The Cavaliers were off in Week 1, still basking in one of the most impressive opening performances of the season.

— The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of impressive

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