as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
the applaudable goal of working one's way through college
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for applaudable
Adjective
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The award of meritorious service is given to those who have gone above and beyond in service to their school communities.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2025 -
In conclusion, time is running out for taxpayers to file meritorious claims, which include more than claims where eligibility is absolutely certain.—
Tom Cullinan,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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That isn’t to say a worthy champion will struggle to emerge from this field.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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President Trump should be on the verge of a significant victory in his worthy campaign to rein in the administrative state — i.e., to restore constitutional order.—
Andrew C. McCarthy,
National Review,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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There was something very admirable in his performance, even if it’s expected at this point.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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For example, doubling revenue in a year may be an admirable goal, but your financial figures may inform a more conservative goal of increasing revenue by 50%, which is more attainable.—
Hao Lam,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Lucas Bergvall and Dejan Kulusevski are excellent at carrying the ball and driving into space.—
Jay Harris,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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With its affordable price, this coverlet is an excellent value for the quality.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Without immediate action, the laudable goals of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the promise of a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) may become unattainable.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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For most sports franchises, environmental initiatives have long focused on presenting a positive public image and saving money through efficiency — laudable goals.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Lenovo's muscular portable is built tough as nails and boasts some impressive components.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PCMAG,
25 Feb. 2025
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The numbers from Watkins are even more impressive considering USC’s difficult schedule.—
Scott Phillips,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The fact that the Met is staging so many new works is fundamentally praiseworthy.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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My companion thought Susan Hilferty’s costumes were the most praiseworthy feature of the production.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Anthony Cirelli and Brandon Hagel have been awesome in Tampa Bay, though not quite to the same degree as the Florida duo.—
Dom Luszczyszyn,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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Goats, however, cannot become professors, no matter how awesome that sounds.—
Michael Freeman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Applaudable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applaudable. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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