commendably

In laudable fashion

Commendably means in a way that deserves praise or approval: She handled the crisis commendably.

The word often carries a hint of measured praise—acknowledging effort or achievement without excessive enthusiasm: Commendably, he admitted his mistake.

praise

laudably

Deservingly of praise

worthily · applause · acclaim · kudos · accolade · recognition · tribute · plaudits · acknowledgment · congratulations

excellence

admirably

Deservingly of esteem

excellently · impressively · remarkably · splendidly · magnificently · brilliantly · exemplary · distinguished · meritorious · stellar

virtue

honorably

With ethical conduct

uprightly · virtuously · integrity · decency · rectitude · morality · principled · conscientious · dignified · reputable

Opposites
moral/ethical quality of action

commendablyshamefully

In dishonorable fashion

disgracefully · reprehensibly · deplorably · dishonorably · abominably

quality/competence of performance

commendablybadly

In an inferior manner

poorly · terribly · abysmally · dreadfully · awfully

Family

commendable, recommendable

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