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 applaudable
His ability to make consistent plays and become the most reliable pass catcher for the team was applaudable.
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Juston Lewis, Florida Times-Union, 15 Jan. 2026
For all of its applaudable deep research, the show is at once painstakingly specific in its references and somewhat generic in its beats.
—Li Goldstein, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Sep. 2025
Juston Lewis, Florida Times-Union, 15 Jan. 2026
For all of its applaudable deep research, the show is at once painstakingly specific in its references and somewhat generic in its beats.
—Li Goldstein, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for applaudable
Adjective
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Too many courts for too long have avoided grappling with legitimate and meritorious challenges to election rules by dismissing cases on standing grounds.—
Ashley Lopez,
NPR,
14 Jan. 2026
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The award would recognize those nominated for bravery or meritorious awards under the existing Australian Honors and Awards system for their actions during and after the attack, according to The Associated Press.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
26 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Their coverage includes 116 medal-worthy events in 16 sports, some of which, like ski mountaineering, will be making their Olympic debut.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2026
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Valentine’s Day is all about reds and pinks, applied in whatever way feels swoon-worthy to you.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In the spirit of progress and collaboration embodied by Moore’s admirable initiative to uplift men and boys, Maryland can also lead the charge in helping to reshape the landscape of women’s health.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Feb. 2026
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Drake‘s confidence is admirable.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Six solid to excellent major leaguers, two average ones and 11 busts.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Use Dryer Balls to Keep Sheets Separated Dryer balls are an excellent tool for combating tangled sheets.—
Anyssa Roberts,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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One year and three days later, Harrison’s co-interim replacements, Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi, performed a commendable containment of the NBA’s Exxon Valdez calamity.—
Brad Townsend,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Feb. 2026
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The 40-year old multi-hyphenate creative has lived an abundant life in her four decades, which includes sculpting an enviable body from grit, alchemizing grief after losing her brother, father and mother a few years apart, and building a commendable career by embracing the uncomfortable.—
Essence,
Essence,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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These changes include laudable protections for tenants, but the economic effects are more uncertain.—
Michael Powell,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2026
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Consumer empowerment is a laudable aim, but in complex clinical decisions, empowerment without expertise can lead to fragmentation, risk and inefficiency.—
Sreedhar Potarazu,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Feb. 2026
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That’s impressive for a rebuilding team, but is anyone picking the Ducks over the Oilers in a playoff series?—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The seven others are an impressive array of politicians and nonpoliticians alike, all articulate and accomplished in various ways.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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Our movement just never had that deep sense of moral purpose that made people feel like, O.K., these people are praiseworthy people.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2026
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There are praiseworthy advocates and organizations for improving central city neighborhoods.—
Alan J. Borsuk,
jsonline.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Applaudable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applaudable. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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