illaudable

adjective

il·laud·able (ˌ)i(l)-ˈlȯ-də-bəl

Synonyms of illaudable next

: deserving no praise

illaudably

(ˌ)i(l)-ˈlȯ-də-blē

adverb

Word History

Etymology

Latin illaudabilis, from in- + laudabilis laudable

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of illaudable was in 1589

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“Illaudable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/illaudable. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.

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