creditable
adjective /ˈkred.ɪ.tə.bl̩/
/-t̬ə-/ Definition
› deserving praise, trust, or respect: Our team came in a creditable third in the competition. The other, less creditable, reason for their decision was personal gain.Admirable and admired
(Definition of creditable adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- admirable adjective
- awe-inspiring adjective
- awesome adjective
- commendable adjective
- estimable adjective
- favourable adjective
- glorious adjective (DESERVING ADMIRATION)
- hallowed adjective
- helluva adjective, adverb
- impressive adjective
- laudable adjective
- noted adjective
- praiseworthy adjective
- recognized adjective
- renowned adjective
- respected adjective
- time-honoured adjective
- vaunted adjective
- venerable adjective
- worthy adjective (DESERVING RESPECT)
Topic:
Admirable and admired
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