admirable
4 synonyms and 5 antonyms for admirable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Deserving respect or approval; impressive in a positive way.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use admirable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
admirable quality
truly admirable
admirable restraint
Etymology
From Latin admirabilis, "worthy of wonder," from admirari ("to admire") — see "admire."
Full origin of admirable →Frequently asked questions
What does “admirable” mean?
The word “admirable” means deserving respect or approval; impressive in a positive way. In plain terms, worthy of respect and praise.
How do you pronounce “admirable”?
“Admirable” is pronounced AD-muhr-uh-buhl (/ˈæd.məɹ.ə.bəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “admirable” in a sentence?
Here is “admirable” used in a sentence: “Her patience with the difficult client was admirable.”
What part of speech is “admirable”?
“Admirable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “admirable” come from?
The word “admirable” comes from Latin. From Latin admirabilis, "worthy of wonder," from admirari ("to admire") — see "admire.".
Is “admirable” a common word?
“Admirable” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
