adjective
laudable
LAW-duh-buhl/ˈlɔːdəbl/
Deserving praise or admiration.
Rescuing the stranded puppy is a laudable act that earns the onlooker's applause.
Etymology
The pieces frame praise as something deserved, not merely received: a laudable action has qualities that make it worthy of commendation.
In context
his disdain for the Harvard types was laudable, was glorious.
More examples
- The plan has laudable goals but lacks funding.
- He makes a laudable effort to include everyone.
- Your willingness to admit the mistake is laudable.
Forms
laudable · more laudable · most laudable
laud verb — To praise someone or something highly.
laudably adverb — In a way that deserves praise.
Similar words
- praiseworthy
- Expresses the same judgment in more direct, less formal language.
- admirable
- Emphasizes qualities that inspire respect as well as praise.