as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
a commendable interest in classical music
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Recent Examples of commendable
In the context of 1-on-1 defense against a superstar, Jones’ effort was commendable on both plays.
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Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
If the Raptors had their typical shooting night Friday, the commendable effort would have yielded another loss.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 14 Mar. 2026
The filmmakers make an intentional decision to avoid actually sharing footage of Black deaths and anti-Black police violence on screen to avoid straying into morbid spectacle, which is a commendable ethical choice most non-Black filmmakers might not have made.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 14 Mar. 2026
Ken Feldman Tarzana The Dodgers’ efforts in helping former player Andrew Toles and his mental health condition are truly commendable.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Ultimately, the performance of the IS system is commendable, effectively mitigating shake and enhancing viewing stability.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Ellison’s vision is commendable.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 2 Mar. 2026
The professionalism and dedication demonstrated by all personnel involved were truly commendable.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
Polestar’s willingness to deviate from the status quo of carmaking was commendable, but its strategies have been puzzling since the very beginning.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 18 Feb. 2026
Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 15 Mar. 2026
If the Raptors had their typical shooting night Friday, the commendable effort would have yielded another loss.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 14 Mar. 2026
The filmmakers make an intentional decision to avoid actually sharing footage of Black deaths and anti-Black police violence on screen to avoid straying into morbid spectacle, which is a commendable ethical choice most non-Black filmmakers might not have made.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 14 Mar. 2026
Ken Feldman Tarzana The Dodgers’ efforts in helping former player Andrew Toles and his mental health condition are truly commendable.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Ultimately, the performance of the IS system is commendable, effectively mitigating shake and enhancing viewing stability.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Ellison’s vision is commendable.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 2 Mar. 2026
The professionalism and dedication demonstrated by all personnel involved were truly commendable.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
Polestar’s willingness to deviate from the status quo of carmaking was commendable, but its strategies have been puzzling since the very beginning.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commendable
Adjective
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He has been recognized six times by the Police Department for excellent and meritorious police duty, according to the NYPD’s website.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Educators presented with the award of meritorious service have gone above and beyond in service to their school communities, the state board said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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At the close of A Midsummer Night’s Dream (which, incidentally, features an admirable character called Bottom the Weaver), a play is to be performed for Duke Theseus and his bride, the Amazon Hippolyta, with a prologue spoken by the director.—
Christine Smallwood,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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Hollywood chieftains of yesteryear were never an admirable crew.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Picture an army of worthy USTR officials solemnly poring over Bangladesh’s structural overcapacity in manufacturing with all the seriousness of purpose that the exercise demands.—
Mihir Sharma,
Twin Cities,
26 Mar. 2026
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For Florida, when a potentially challenge-worthy play unfolds on the court all eyes turn to Crist.—
Maura Carey,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Horned Frogs had a mix of air raid and veer-and-shoot principles under Briles, but are expected to move more to a pro-style scheme under Sammis, who had excellent success with that style of offense at UConn.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2026
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In the pre-show rooms, both real-life actors seen were excellent at interacting with real-life visitors and prerecorded monotone movie stars.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
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Iran, a war targeting regime change and the destruction of its nuclear capacities — laudable goals — also has the suspicious taint of being all about oil.—
Markos Kounalakis,
Mercury News,
5 Mar. 2026
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All in all, the standards would require a 40% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, a laudable goal.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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From praiseworthy to problematic Mexico's vaccination system was once the envy of health policymakers in Latin America.—
Katie Silver,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2026
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Such numbers are praiseworthy but could also distort competitive balance in domestic leagues.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
2 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Heat is now an impressive 12-4 on the second night of back-to-backs this season.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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There’s also an impressive range of side dishes made with seasonal vegetables.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But in the second half, when Romero had gone off and Spurs had moved to a back four, Dragusin looked more comfortable, physically standing up to Erling Haaland as Spurs rescued a very creditable point.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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In response, the Department of Homeland Security released a statement that the ICE officer suffered internal bleeding after being struck by Goode’s vehicle, even though creditable, on-the-scene video evidence to support such claims has yet to be released.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Commendable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commendable. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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