commendable

It is quite commendable to hold a civil conversation with those who have different political viewpoints.

E. Alex Jung’s piece on Alvarez is commendable for many reasons, but in particular for its commitment to examining the histories of the people involved with clarity and thoughtfulness.

Mr Machin said that many of the Budget announcements were "commendable", such as the focus on long-term planning and attempts to boost investment in infrastructure.

Over the years, California lawmakers have enacted policies aimed at encouraging the greatest voter turnout possible, which is a commendable goal in a representative democracy.

He says the cultural context in which it is being used is commendable.