Creditableness

/ˈkrɛdɪtəbəlnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being creditable or worthy of praise.

Etymology

From 'creditable' plus the suffix -ness, forming an abstract noun describing the degree to which something is praiseworthy.

Kelly Says

This word captures that middle ground of achievement—not brilliant, but solid and respectable enough to be proud of, like a student's creditableness in overcoming a learning disability.

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