What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
admirably
Example
She handled the difficult situation admirably. [adverb]
Example
The team performed admirably in the championship game. [adverb]
commendably
Example
He acted commendably in the face of danger. [adverb]
Example
The students' hard work was commendably reflected in their grades. [adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Admirably is more commonly used than commendably in formal writing and speech, while commendably is more commonly used in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between admirably and commendably?
Admirably is more formal than commendably, which is more commonly used in informal contexts.
