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praise·wor·thy
 praiseworthy
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- pronunciation:
- preIz
wuhr
thi
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition: |
extremely commendable or laudable; deserving praise.
The children put in a praiseworthy effort to raise money for the hospital.- antonyms:
- despicable, heinous, reprehensible
- similar words:
- creditable, laudable, meritorious, proud, valiant
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| related words: |
admirable, considerable, favorable, glorious, respectable, virtuous |
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| derivations: |
praiseworthily (adv.), praiseworthiness (n.) |
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