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praiseworthy Definition

praise·worthy (prāzwʉr′t̸hē)

adjective

worthy of praise; laudable; commendable

praiseworthy Related Forms
praise·wor′thi·ly adverb praise·wor′thi·ness noun
praiseworthy Synonyms

praiseworthy

modif.

select, worthy, admirable; see excellent.

praiseworthy Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • effort: In addition, some praiseworthy efforts have been made to brighten the appearance of the posts themselves.
  • attempt: In addition he makes a praiseworthy attempt to allow for regional variations, which indeed take on an important role in his broader discussion.
  • quality: Acting with integrity must be a praiseworthy quality of any leader whether in business or politics.
  • exertion: We thank our correspondent for having furnished us with the names of these gentlemen who decidedly deserve all honor for such praiseworthy exertions.
  • achievement: He was an able warrior with an illustrious record of praiseworthy achievements.. .
  • aspect: A particularly praiseworthy aspect of the site is its generosity.

Modifying Another Word

  • equally: The Psion's internal operating system is outstandingly reliable and stable, and Palm's PC synchronization is equally praiseworthy.
  • particularly: A particularly praiseworthy aspect of the site is its generosity.
  • very: That said Richard's performance was still very praiseworthy.
  • highly: They especially singled out the CWA Anthology Crime on the Move as a highly praiseworthy collection.
  • so: The fact that this tragedy is so praiseworthy does not mean it should no longer be praised, tho.
  • not: This is not praiseworthy modesty on Peter's part.

Used with adjective complement

  • consider: For what the judgment of men considers praiseworthy is often worthy of blame in My sight.

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