Definition

Able to be suggested or endorsed as a good choice.

Example

The restaurant is highly recommendable for its delicious food and excellent service.

Conversation

Hey, have you read that new book everyone's talking about?

Yeah, I just finished it! I found it really recommendable.

I’ve heard great things about it; what did you like most?

The characters were so well-developed, it made the story feel real.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recommendable → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "commendare" (meaning to entrust or praise). The word "recommendable" means something that can be praised or entrusted again, suggesting it is worthy of recommendation.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'worthy of praise' — 're-' means again, and 'commendare' means to entrust or praise.

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