admirably

In praiseworthy fashion

Admirably means in a way that deserves admiration or approval.

It suggests something done skillfully, commendably, or with praiseworthy qualities: She handled the crisis admirably.

The word often acknowledges that someone performed well under difficult circumstances: He admirably restrained himself from responding to the insult.

praiseworthy

commendably

In praiseworthy manner

creditably · honorably · nobly · virtuously · excellently · superbly · splendidly · wonderfully · brilliantly · magnificently

ethically

uprightly

With moral correctness

conscientiously · principled · honestly · fairly · justly · decently · honorably · nobly · virtuously · scrupulously

skillfully

expertly

With high proficiency

capably · deftly · adeptly · skillfully · artfully · cleverly · ingeniously · resourcefully · effectively · efficiently

Opposites
moral/ethical quality of action

admirablyshamefully

In dishonorable fashion

despicably · disgracefully · contemptibly · deplorably · detestably

competence/skill in execution

admirablypoorly

In an inferior way

badly · terribly · incompetently · abysmally · miserably

Family

admirable, admirableness

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G