Creditable

Adjective

Definition: Deserving public acknowledgement and praise but not necessarily outstanding or successful.

Synonyms: Commendable, Praiseworthy, Respectable

Antonyms: Discreditable, Disgraceful, Unworthy

Examples:
  • Despite not winning, her performance in the competition was creditable.
  • The team's effort to overcome the challenges was creditable, even though they didn't reach their goal.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of creditable as something that earns credit or recognition, although not necessarily to the maximum extent.

Etymology:

Origin:

From Latin "credere" (to believe, trust) + "-able" (capable of)

Historical Usage:

The word creditable has been in use since the late 16th century, and its meaning has remained relatively consistent.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"A creditable performance"

Explanation:

Referring to a performance that deserves acknowledgment or recognition, even if it is not exceptional or outstanding.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "creditable" with "credible".

Explanation:

While both words are derived from the Latin "credere", they have different meanings. "Creditable" pertains to being deserving of acknowledgment or praise, while "credible" refers to being believable or trustworthy.

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