applaudable

adjective

Definition of applaudablenext
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
  1. meritorious
  2. worthy
  3. admirable
  4. excellent
  5. laudable
  6. impressive
  7. praiseworthy
  8. awesome
Adjective
  • He was first deployed by the National Guard to Guantánamo Bay in 2004, then volunteered to serve in Iraq, where he was awarded the first of two Bronze Stars for meritorious service.
    Sharon LaFraniere, New York Times, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Hegseth, a combat veteran, received two Bronze Stars, including a 2012 citation for meritorious service as a counterinsurgency instructor.
    Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of meritorious
Adjective
  • Ending the pursuit of Haim would be a worthy message to the nation and to Harmeet Dhillon’s Civil Rights Division subordinates that there’s a new sheriff in town.
    The Editors, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Justin Gregory Faux Leather Gloves A quality pair of gloves is a worthy investment in the winter.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 1 Dec. 2024
Definition of worthy
Adjective
  • Advertisement Kurzel presents the iconography of America’s off-the-grid militia members — flags, swastikas, flyers in bars inviting the curious to meetings — with admirable straightforwardness.
    Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The Ravens did an admirable job bottling up the MVP candidate, but not long enough.
    Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of admirable
Adjective
  • With its combination of skilled professionals, advanced technology, and affordability, Turkey—and Vera Clinic in particular—is an excellent choice for anyone seeking exceptional hair restoration results.
    William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Develop Mobile Apps Another excellent and popular idea to build passive income is app creation.
    Rachel Wells, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • This song is exactly about that, adding a level of catharsis and laudable maturity to his catalog.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 22 Nov. 2024
  • If Harris wins, the selfless act of withdrawing from the race will be a laudable part of President Biden’s legacy.
    Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of laudable
Adjective
  • Tuck’s journey to this milestone is as impressive as her resume.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 9 Dec. 2024
  • His second score was what coach Kevin O’Connell called the most impressive Darnold moment of the day.
    Alec Lewis, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of impressive
Adjective
  • My companion thought Susan Hilferty’s costumes were the most praiseworthy feature of the production.
    Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Some viewed his actions as praiseworthy, while others condemned them and labeled him a vigilante.
    Janelle Griffith, NBC News, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of praiseworthy
Adjective
  • Shuttles will transport you to other nearby attractions like Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve which, in addition to being a popular golf course, has an awesome cave and nature walk that little and big kids will love.
    Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Human individual rights and protecting them are awesome, too.
    Makena Kelly, WIRED, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of awesome
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