Synonyms for Commendable (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (worthy of high praise):
laudable, praiseworthy, applaudable
WordNet sense 2 (having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable):
worthy
WordNet sense 3 (in an admirable manner):
admirably, laudably, praiseworthily
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