🇮🇹Italian Source WordCode: IT

Lodevole

Pronunciation / Transliteration: loh-deh-voh-leh

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Laudable/ˈlɔː.də.bəl/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇹 Example Sentence in Italian:

"Il suo impegno è lodevole."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Deserving praise and commendation.

    "Her efforts to improve the community were laudable and inspired others to contribute."
  2. 2

    Worthy of admiration or approval.

    "The laudable goal of reducing waste in the city was met with enthusiasm."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'laudable' originates from the Latin 'laudabilis', meaning 'worthy of praise', which evolved through Middle English before entering modern usage. Its roots reflect a historical appreciation for actions or qualities deserving commendation.

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