laudable — deserving praise and commendation; praiseworthy
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: deserving praise and commendation; praiseworthy
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɔːdəbəl/
Example Sentences
- His laudable decision to return the lost wallet earned him a free coffee from the grateful owner.
- The company's laudable environmental policies have significantly reduced their carbon footprint.
- While his laudable attempt to cook dinner was appreciated, the fire department was less impressed.
laudable
ADJECTIVE[/ˈlɔːdəbəl/]
deserving praise and commendation; praiseworthy
The firefighter's brave rescue was truly laudable, earning him a gold medal from the mayor.
The audience found her brilliant piano performance laudable and erupted into loud applause. (L(loud) + AUD(audience))
Unlike the fraud's stolen painting, her original artwork was genuinely laudable and impressed every judge.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'laudabilis' meaning 'praiseworthy,' derived from 'laudare' meaning 'to praise.' In ancient Rome, this word was used to commend the achievements of brave generals and honorable citizens.
Breakdown
laud- (praise) + -able (worthy of, capable of being)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His laudable decision to return the lost wallet earned him a free coffee from the grateful owner.”
“The company's laudable environmental policies have significantly reduced their carbon footprint.”
“While his laudable attempt to cook dinner was appreciated, the fire department was less impressed.”
“Her laudable commitment to education led her to establish three schools in rural areas.”
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