laudable

adjective

ˈlȯ-də-bəl How to pronounce laudable (audio)
Definition of laudablenext
as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval you showed laudable restraint in dealing with that ridiculously demanding customer

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Recent Examples of laudable Carolina’s defense against all-everything running back Bijan Robinson was also laudable. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 20 Sep. 2026 While laudable, these are seen by many as unrealistic, given the current geopolitical landscape. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 15 Sep. 2026 In comments commending the two honorees, Caucus organizer Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, senior associate dean for leadership studies, noted that Pelosi and Pence are laudable regardless of one’s politics. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 15 Sep. 2026 The goal is laudable, to improve the integrity of these valuable programs. — John Fund, Oc Register, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for laudable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laudable
  1. meritorious
  2. worthy
  3. admirable
  4. commendable
  5. excellent
  6. praiseworthy
  7. impressive
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
  • If Menendez is declared the winner, his election will mark an end to the dramatic and routine telenovela-worthy disputes between Lago and Castro during commission meetings.
    — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Plus, its Actua 360 display is 10% larger and 50% brighter at 3000 nits than the Pixel Watch 3, making the Pixel Watch 5 a worthy upgrade.
    — George Yang, PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of worthy
Adjective
  • But in their more than 50 million years on Earth, these maligned creatures have developed some admirable qualities, too.
    — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 28 Oct. 2026
  • While impressive on some level, and even admirable to some, this aggressive buying of severe weakness is not something that has typically coincided with important market lows.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of admirable
Adjective
  • Antarctica Silversea’s first ship reimagined for polar pursuits, Silver Cloud strikes a commendable balance between expedition thrills and luxury amenities.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
  • That’s commendable enough to earn the laptop four stars, but not quite an Editors’ Choice award.
    — Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of commendable
Adjective
  • Bold from brown butter and balsamic vinegar and bright from lemon, the crunchy topping is an excellent foil to the sweetness of roasted squash.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Their bench even has some guys providing excellent backup options.
    — David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • Not as praiseworthy is a tendency to dislike being told what to do, and in proving a point, to not only cut off their nose to spite their face but to lop off their heads as well.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
  • While lesser-known than its aforementioned treatment mask, the serum is equally praiseworthy—particularly for anyone seeking longer, stronger hair.
    — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of praiseworthy
Adjective
  • The hotel’s connections with local neighbors is also particularly impressive (no mean feat for newcomers in Kyoto) with The Shinmonzen’s friends ranging from local bento box makers who deliver by bicycle to generations-old antique shop owners.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Northeast of Thule's Malmö headquarters in the greater Stockholm metro, Dometic has largely focused in on inflatable RTT design, going so far as to integrate an air tent into a rather impressive Jeep Wrangler pop-top concept.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of impressive

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“Laudable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laudable. Accessed 11 Nov. 2026.

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