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“laudable”
laudable (adjective), more laudable, most laudable
1. Worthy of being praised; commendable; praiseworthy: The school children made laudable efforts to save the endangered birds.
2. Worthy of high praise: A laudable, creditable, and exemplary action is to help those who are poor and in need.
2. Worthy of high praise: A laudable, creditable, and exemplary action is to help those who are poor and in need.
laudable, laudatory
laudable (LAW duh buhl) (adjective)
Describing something which merits praise and worthy comment: Alan's performance in the equestrian events was laudable and brought him the blue ribbon award.
laudatory (LAW duh tor" ee, LAW duh tohr" ee) (adjective)
Concerning something that expresses praise or commendation: Celeste's speech was overflowing with laudatory comments about her colleagues.
The laudable result of the students at the Junior Science Fair was reflected in the laudatory comments which the school principal made.
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