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 That’s a laudable goal, of course, except Soon-Shiong’s proclamations are mostly fluff, financially self-serving and have led to FDA wrist-slapping. — Adam Feuerstein, STAT, 18 June 2026 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 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
  • Gloria lived a full, wonderful life filled with friends and great conversations and worthy causes.
    — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Ryan Gosling and Matt Damon have already shown off their best-actor-worthy wares.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of worthy
Adjective
  • The selection process does not judge whether a study is admirable or absurd, good or bad.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Its storyline spins the futile, determined chase of Wile to one day capture Roadrunner as something admirable, and applies that underdog mentality to the average person trying to navigate a late capitalist landscape that values profits over people.
    — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of admirable
Adjective
  • 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
Definition of commendable
Adjective
  • Alas, this excellent advice goes into one of Joe’s ears and out the other.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Owls are predators whose eyes are positioned on the front of their heads, giving them excellent depth perception.
    — Abigail Witmer, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of excellent
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
  • Besiktas had been chasing Joe Willock, who seemed a shoo-in to depart, but an impressive start under Jaissle brought a rethink; a contract extension is possible.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • My mom’s longtime favorite flip-flops have a super impressive discount today, so act fast to snap them up before summer officially comes to a close.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of impressive

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“Laudable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laudable. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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