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 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 That’s laudable, but politically beneficial, too — another Donalds box checked. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026 His comments may have been ill-considered since notoriety doesn’t come solely through laudable actions; Fauci faced plenty of criticism. — Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 29 July 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
  • The city’s postcard sights and destination-worthy dining spots require at least a 20-minute taxi drive or a hop on The Siam’s boat, which can drop you off at most piers along the river.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The punch-worthy parody of Altman’s characterization ramps up once he’s motivated to push back against — or trample over — the safety guardrails that Ilya prizes above all else, but so does the depth of his world-breaking cynicism.
    — David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of worthy
Adjective
  • Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions is an admirable example of how focus and restraint can lay the foundation for a major business.
    — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Such ruthless prioritization produced some admirable results.
    — Julianne Smith, Foreign Affairs, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of admirable
Adjective
  • The airport-massager sketch had Brunson in a supporting role to Mikey Day, whose commendable job committing to the bit couldn’t keep it from being one-note.
    — Rima Parikh, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The effort is commendable and represents another meaningful attempt to give athletes a structured voice.
    — Chris Corr, Sportico.com, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of commendable
Adjective
  • There’s an excellent Anantara Spa and a state-of-the-art fitness center onsite, but the highlight of the property is its 60-foot-long oceanfront infinity pool, which overlooks the entire expanse of Stone Town beach.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Mikey Madison is excellent as a whistleblower driven by love, not spite.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 5 Oct. 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
  • Those three veteran defensive linemen were major contributors to Miami’s most impressive defensive performance of the season.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2026
  • As impressive as the revival has been so far, the Sox don’t seem simply happy to be here.
    — Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of impressive

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“Laudable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laudable. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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