illaudable
Definition
Adjective: - Not deserving praise: "illaudable" describes something that is unworthy of commendation or approval; blameworthy or discreditable.
Usage Examples
- (Behaviour that is not praiseworthy.)
- (An effort that is not commendable.)
Advanced Usage
- "illaudable effort": an action or attempt that is not worthy of praise, often due to negligence or poor quality.
- The illaudable effort put into the project was evident in its many errors. (The work was substandard and not deserving of recognition.)
Variants and Related Words
- Illaudably (adv): in a manner that is not deserving of praise.
- He behaved illaudably by ignoring the instructions. (He acted in a blameworthy fashion.)
Synonyms
- Blameworthy: deserving of blame or censure.
- Reprehensible: morally wrong and deserving criticism.
- Discreditable: bringing shame or disrepute.
Antonyms
- Laudable: deserving praise or commendation.
- Praiseworthy: worthy of admiration and approval.
Related Idioms
- To fall short of the mark: to fail to meet expectations or standards, often resulting in an illaudable outcome.
- The illaudable performance fell short of the mark set by previous years. (The performance was not up to standard and thus not praiseworthy.)