a. [ L. admirabilis: cf. F. admirable. ] 1. Fitted to excite wonder; wonderful; marvelous. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
In man there is nothing admirable but his ignorance and weakness. Jer. Taylor. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. Having qualities to excite wonder united with approbation; deserving the highest praise; most excellent; -- used of persons or things. “An admirable machine.” “Admirable fortitude.” Macaulay. [ 1913 Webster ]