commendable
word
Definition
Describes something that deserves praise, respect, or approval because it is good or done well.
Usage & Nuances
'Commendable' is formal and often used in written or professional contexts. Common phrases include 'commendable effort' or 'commendable job.' It does not mean perfect — it recognizes good qualities or worthy actions.
Spanish: loable - encomiablePortuguese (BR): louvável - digno de elogioPortuguese (PT): louvável - digno de elogioChinese (Simplified): 值得称赞的 - 可嘉的Chinese (Traditional): 值得稱讚的 - 可嘉的Hindi: सराहनीयArabic: جدير بالثناءBengali: প্রশংসনীয়Russian: похвальныйJapanese: 称賛に値する - 賞賛すべきVietnamese: đáng khen ngợiKorean: 칭찬할 만한 - 훌륭한Turkish: takdire şayan - övgüye değerUrdu: قابلِ تعریف - لائقِ تحسینIndonesian: terpuji
Example Sentences
Her dedication to helping others is commendable.
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He received an award for his commendable work.
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Your honesty in this situation is truly commendable.
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It's commendable how much time you've spent volunteering.
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His calm response to criticism was commendable under pressure.
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Taking responsibility for your mistake was really commendable.
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