Commendable — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /kə-ˈmend/ com·mend

Meaning & Definition of Commendable

Commendable (verb)

  1. to entrust for care or preservation
  2. to recommend as worthy of confidence or notice
  3. to mention with approbation, praise

Commendable (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. deserving of high regard or great approval

    "a commendable interest in classical music"

    similar: admirable, applaudable, creditable, estimable, laudable, meritorious, praiseworthy
    related: deserving, worthy, awesome, distinctive, distinguished, excellent, heady, honorable, impressive, noteworthy, noticeable, outstanding, redoubtable, reputable, respectable, invaluable, precious, priceless, valuable, delightful, enjoyable, pleasing, satisfying, ethical, good, high-minded, moral, noble, principled
    opposite: censurable, discreditable, illaudable, reprehensible
    near: base, contemptible, deplorable, despicable, detestable, dirty, infamous, lousy, nasty, notorious, pitiable, pitiful, scabby, scummy, scurvy, sorry, unlikable, unworthy, vile, worthless, wretched, disgraceful, dishonorable, disreputable, ignominious, low, mean, scandalous, seamy, shady, shameful, shocking, sordid, unethical, unsavory

Related Entry: Commend (verb)

Commend is a different word from Commendable. The synonyms below are for commend, not for commendable.

  1. to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another

    "I commend my fate into your hands"

    similar: commit, confide, consign, delegate, deliver, entrust, give, give over, hand, hand over, leave, pass, recommend, repose, transfer, transmit, trust, turn over, vest
    related: confer, grant, assign, deal (out), dispense, disperse, distribute, divide, hand in, release, relinquish, submit, surrender, turn in, yield, bequeath, hand down, hand on, will, advance, lend, loan, furnish, supply, recommit, redeliver, retransfer, retransmit
    opposite: hold, keep, retain
    near: detain, hold back, reserve, withhold, own, possess, accept, receive, take in, occupy, take, take over

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Commendable

The most common words with a similar meaning to Commendable:

admirable, applaudable, creditable, estimable, laudable, meritorious, praiseworthy

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Commendable

Words with the opposite meaning of Commendable:

censurable, discreditable, illaudable, reprehensible

Related Words for Commendable

deserving, worthy, awesome, distinctive, distinguished, excellent, heady, honorable, impressive, noteworthy, noticeable, outstanding, redoubtable, reputable, respectable, invaluable, precious, priceless, valuable, delightful, enjoyable, pleasing, satisfying, ethical, good, high-minded, moral, noble, principled

Near Antonyms of Commendable

base, contemptible, deplorable, despicable, detestable, dirty, infamous, lousy, nasty, notorious, pitiable, pitiful, scabby, scummy, scurvy, sorry, unlikable, unworthy, vile, worthless, wretched, disgraceful, dishonorable, disreputable, ignominious, low, mean, scandalous, seamy, shady

Word Forms of Commendable

Inflections: commended, commending, commends

Derived words: commendable (adjective), commendably (adverb), commender (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Commendable

Middle English, from Anglo-French comander, from Latin commendare, from com- + mandare to entrust mandate

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Commendable

What does "Commendable" mean?

"Commendable" means to entrust for care or preservation. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to entrust for care or preservation.

What is another word for "Commendable"?

Other words for "Commendable" include admirable, applaudable, creditable, estimable, laudable, meritorious and praiseworthy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Commendable" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Commendable"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Commendable". Common alternatives include admirable, applaudable, creditable, estimable, laudable, meritorious and praiseworthy.

What is the opposite of "Commendable"?

Antonyms of "Commendable" include censurable, discreditable, illaudable and reprehensible. Near antonyms include base, contemptible, deplorable and despicable.

How do you use "Commendable" in a sentence?

Examples of "Commendable" in a sentence: "a commendable interest in classical music".

Is "Commendable" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Commendable" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Commendable"?

"Commendable" is pronounced /kə-ˈmend/ and divided into syllables as com·mend.

What is the origin of the word "Commendable"?

"Commendable" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French comander, from Latin commendare, from com- + mandare to entrust mandate. First known use: 14th century.