admirable
Translation
admirable, praiseworthy, commendable
Examples
Her dedication to the cause is admirable.
Her dedication to the cause is admirable.
He showed admirable courage in a difficult situation.
He showed admirable courage in a difficult situation.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is admirable Her dedication is admirable.
Similar Words
Synonyms: praiseworthy, commendable, excellent; Antonyms: contemptible, deplorable
Etymology
From Latin 'admirari' (to wonder at), from 'ad-' (to) + 'mirari' (to wonder). The '-able' suffix means 'able to be'. So, 'able to be admired'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone you 'admire'; their qualities are 'admirable'.