admirable

[ad-mer-uh-buhl]

adjective

1. worthy of admiration; inspiring approval, reverence, or affection.

   Synonyms: praiseworthy, estimable
   Antonyms: reprehensible, disreputable, unworthy

2. excellent; first-rate.

admirable

/ ˈædmərəbəl /

adjective

1. deserving or inspiring admiration; excellent

Other Word Forms

• admirableness noun
• admirability noun
• admirably adverb
• superadmirable adjective
• superadmirableness noun
• superadmirably adverb
• unadmirable adjective
• unadmirableness noun
• unadmirably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of admirable¹

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

Example Sentences

Their absence makes Hansen’s willingness to sit down for a cross-examination feel especially admirable.

From Los Angeles Times

Such boldness is admirable, and indicative of Michael’s commitment to following his own vision.

From Salon

In an admirable display, the transfer quarterback has met with reporters after every game — and defeat — while shouldering responsibility for his team’s shortcomings.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s selfish, dangerous and antisocial. I have no admiration for him at all. He’s not at all admirable. He’s just stupid and greedy.”

From Los Angeles Times

What was admirable was that a number of these Scotland players have not had easy beginnings to their season.

From BBC

Related Words

• attractive 
• commendable 
• excellent 
• exquisite 
• great 
• laudable 
• praiseworthy 
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• valuable 
• wonderful