What does praiseworthy mean?
Praiseworthy means Meriting praise; worthy of high praise.
Praiseworthy
/ˈpɹeɪz.wɜː.ði/ · adjective
Meaning
Meriting praise; worthy of high praise.
Example Sentences
It is a melancholy truth that this same New York, though the most charming, pleasant, polished, and praiseworthy city under the sun, and in a word the bonne bouche of the universe, is most shockingly ill-natured and sarcastic, and wickedly given to all manner of backslidings ; for which we are very sorry, indeed.
No self-complacency can equal that of the selfish. Not content with its indulgence, they actually idolise it into being praiseworthy.
That it is a praiseworthy matter to be harboursome to strangers.
Some parts of New Zagreb is really good and praiseworthy urban planning.
Word Forms
- praiseworthier
- more praiseworthy
- praiseworthiest
- most praiseworthy
- praise-worthy
Synonyms for praiseworthy
Antonyms for praiseworthy
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When Should You Use Praiseworthy?
Use praiseworthy when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for praiseworthy?
Common synonyms include applaudable, commendable, laudable, estimable.
What is the opposite of praiseworthy?
Possible antonyms include blameworthy.
How do you use praiseworthy in a sentence?
It is a melancholy truth that this same New York, though the most charming, pleasant, polished, and praiseworthy city under the sun, and in a word the bonne bouche of the universe, is most shockingly ill-natured and sarcastic, and wickedly given to all manner of backslidings ; for which we are very sorry, indeed.
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