Synonyms of laudable

laudable

adjective

ˈlȯ-də-bəl 

as in meritorious

deserving of high regard or great approval

you showed laudable restraint in dealing with that ridiculously demanding customer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• meritorious
• worthy
• admirable
• commendable
• excellent
• praiseworthy
• impressive
• creditable
• awesome
• applaudable
• estimable
• honorable
• noble
• distinguished
• outstanding
• distinctive
• noticeable
• noteworthy
• valuable
• good
• moral
• deserving
• invaluable
• satisfying
• respectable
• precious
• delightful
• enjoyable
• reputable
• redoubtable
• ethical
• pleasing
• heady
• priceless
• principled
• high-minded

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reprehensible
• discreditable
• deplorable
• contemptible
• censurable
• pitiful
• despicable
• worthless
• unworthy
• detestable
• notorious
• pitiable
• vile
• sorry
• wretched
• lousy
• infamous
• dirty
• base
• illaudable
• shameful
• nasty
• disgraceful
• scurvy
• shocking
• unethical
• scandalous
• sordid
• dishonorable
• scabby
• low
• ignominious
• disreputable
• mean
• unsavory
• shady
• unlikable
• scummy
• seamy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of laudable

Half of the opinion piece praises the efforts and contributions of Uncle Lou, all of which are certainly laudable. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 June 2026

Its goals may be laudable, but its approach is counterproductive. — Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 4 June 2026

Its curious name is a contraction of the English and Arabic words for water, while its underlying philosophy falls in line with the Red Sea’s laudable sustainability efforts. — Lauren Keith, Robb Report, 30 May 2026

Not every public company has the will or resources to do what Exxon did, and companies breaking the proxy firms’ grip one at a time, however laudable, will only get the market so far. — James H. Lee, Fortune, 28 May 2026

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