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admirable

[ ad-mer-uh-buhl ]
/ ˈæd mər ə bəl /
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adjective
worthy of admiration; inspiring approval, reverence, or affection.
excellent; first-rate.
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Origin of admirable

From the Latin word admīrābilis, dating back to 1590–1600. See admire, -able

OTHER WORDS FROM admirable

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Words related to admirable

attractive, commendable, excellent, exquisite, great, laudable, praiseworthy, unreal, valuable, wonderful, ace, cat's pajamas, choice, cool, copacetic, crackerjack, deserving, dream, estimable, fine

British Dictionary definitions for admirable

admirable
/ (ˈædmərəbəl) /
adjective
deserving or inspiring admiration; excellent

Derived forms of admirable

admirably, adverb
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