Laudable

/ˈlɔː.də.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Deserving praise; commendable.

Her efforts to improve the community were laudable and inspired many others to contribute.

Worthy of commendation; deserving approval.

The children's charitable work was laudable and drew attention from local news outlets.

Expressing a quality or action that is praiseworthy.

While the plan had its flaws, the idea behind it was laudable and showed great promise.

Aimed at achieving something beneficial or valuable.

His laudable goal of reducing carbon emissions was supported by many environmental activists.

From Latin 'laudabilis', from 'laudare' meaning 'to praise'.

laudable effort

An attempt or action that deserves praise.

laudable goals

Objectives that are considered commendable and worthy of pursuit.

praise

Express warm approval or admiration.

commend

To express approval or admiration.

That's a commendable move.

Starting your own business? That's a laudable move!

Props for that.

You volunteered at the shelter? Props for that, very laudable!