Praiseworthy

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈpɹeɪz.wɜː.ði/
• US IPA: /ˈpɹeɪz.wɝ.ði/

Origin

praise + -worthy

Full definition of praiseworthy

Adjective

1. Meriting praise; worthy of high praise

Usage notes

Praiseworthier and praiseworthiest are much less common than the forms using "more" and "most".

Synonyms

• applaudable
• commendable
• laudable

Antonyms

• blameworthy

Derived terms

• praiseworthiness