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View synonyms for commendable
commendable
[kuh-men-duh-buhl]
adjective
worthy of praise.
She did a commendable job of informing all the interested parties.
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Other Word Forms
- commendableness noun
- commendably adverb
- noncommendable adjective
- noncommendableness noun
- noncommendably adverb
- uncommendable adjective
- uncommendably adverb
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Word History and Origins
Origin of commendable1
First recorded in 1350–1400; from Old French, from Latin commendābilis, equivalent to commendā(re) commend ( def. ) + -bilis -ble ( def. )
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Example Sentences
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If it is accidental, it’s still commendable that the android’s personality fluctuations look like a conversation with that cinematic cliché.
From Salon
"Their professionalism, dedication, and compassion in ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of care has been truly commendable."
From BBC
“This episode of poor judgment stands out as unique in his otherwise commendable life,” the defense wrote.
From Los Angeles Times
Some continue to call his apparent refusal to ditch his philosophy commendable.
From BBC
Some continue to call his apparent refusal to ditch his philosophy as commendable.
From BBC
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