Definitions
- Describing something that is worthy of praise or admiration. - Referring to a person's qualities or actions that deserve compliments. - Talking about an achievement or accomplishment that is impressive and deserving of recognition.
- Describing something that is praiseworthy or deserving of recognition. - Referring to a person's actions or behavior that are admirable and worthy of respect. - Talking about an achievement or accomplishment that is noteworthy and deserving of commendation.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is worthy of praise or admiration.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a person's qualities or actions.
- 3Both words can be used to describe an achievement or accomplishment.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Complimentable is less commonly used than commendable.
- 2Connotation: Complimentable has a more positive connotation, while commendable can have a neutral or slightly negative connotation.
- 3Intensity: Commendable implies a higher level of praise or recognition than complimentable.
- 4Focus: Complimentable focuses more on the external appearance or impression, while commendable focuses more on the internal qualities or actions.
Remember this!
Complimentable and commendable are synonyms that describe something that is worthy of praise or admiration. However, complimentable is less commonly used and has a more positive connotation, focusing on external appearance or impression. On the other hand, commendable has a higher level of praise and recognition, focusing on internal qualities or actions.
