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 applaudable His ability to make consistent plays and become the most reliable pass catcher for the team was applaudable. — 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
  1. meritorious
  2. worthy
  3. admirable
  4. excellent
  5. commendable
  6. laudable
  7. impressive
  8. praiseworthy
Adjective
  • Players’ attorneys argue that more restrictive criteria serve to restrict Parkinson’s claims that are meritorious, a point of view disputed by NFL attorneys.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 June 2026
  • Hegseth's military awards include two Bronze Star Medals for meritorious service, according to the Pentagon.
    — June 1, NPR, 1 June 2026
Definition of meritorious
Adjective
  • Goei maps out a guide for The Times of how an Angeleno can make the long-but-worthy trip there (including how to snag an $80 round-trip flight).
    — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • But those that are purchase-worthy are finding a growing crowd of younger entrepreneurs eager to buy at the right price.
    — John Schroyer, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of worthy
Adjective
  • There are many other admirable individuals to spotlight who champion reading for children and young people.
    — Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026
  • But the spirit in which the challenge was launched was admirable and rooted in the fierce competitiveness that both made the SWC fun and perpetuated its demise.
    — Sam Khan Jr, New York Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of admirable
Adjective
  • While San Francisco’s bullpen is struggling, Rogers is in the midst of another excellent season after signing a three-year, $37 million deal to join the defending American League champions.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
  • Guests can borrow, for no charge, one of four Mate e-bikes for spins around the park or beyond, say to Tanimachi nearby for local neighborhood vibes, including charming izakayas, gyoza shops, and excellent, one-woman restaurants such as Tachiaoi.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • The Botanist is one of the best restaurants in Vancouver; the Lobby Lounge and RawBar, a commendable drinking den.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
  • There's a loyalty that Maggie has for people in her life, which is a commendable thing about a human.
    — Joelle Goldstein, USA Today, 2 July 2026
Definition of commendable
Adjective
  • That’s a laudable goal, of course, except Soon-Shiong’s proclamations are mostly fluff, financially self-serving and have led to FDA wrist-slapping.
    — Adam Feuerstein, STAT, 18 June 2026
  • The ambition is laudable and has characterized this institution from the beginning.
    — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
Definition of laudable
Adjective
  • Rooms frame garden and water views through floor-to-ceiling windows, with wraparound balconies in Sea Suites facing Istanbul’s impressive skyline.
    — Liam Hess, Vogue, 1 July 2026
  • So, even more impressive to me is the way these grills can hold hot flames stable.
    — Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026
Definition of impressive
Adjective
  • While the exterior features of the shed are certainly praiseworthy, the construction of the structure is also impressive.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
  • Outside of Zach Benson and Josh Doan, not many Sabres skaters had praiseworthy performances in this game.
    — Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Definition of praiseworthy

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“Applaudable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/applaudable. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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