Antonyms of adj admirable

2 senses of admirable

Sense 1
admirable -- (deserving of the highest esteem or admiration; "an estimable young professor"; "trains ran with admirable precision"; "his taste was impeccable, his health admirable")

INDIRECT (VIA estimable) -> contemptible -- (deserving of contempt or scorn)

Sense 2
admirable -- (inspiring admiration or approval; "among her many admirable qualities are generosity and graciousness")

INDIRECT (VIA pleasing) -> displeasing -- (causing displeasure or lacking pleasing qualities)

Similarity of adj admirable

2 senses of admirable

Sense 1
admirable -- (deserving of the highest esteem or admiration; "an estimable young professor"; "trains ran with admirable precision"; "his taste was impeccable, his health admirable")
       => estimable (vs. contemptible) -- (deserving of respect or high regard)

Sense 2
admirable -- (inspiring admiration or approval; "among her many admirable qualities are generosity and graciousness")
       => pleasing (vs. displeasing) -- (giving pleasure and satisfaction; "a pleasing piece of news"; "pleasing in manner and appearance")

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