noun-modifying (irregular)
praiseworthy; commendable; laudable
A prenominal adjective meaning deserving of praise; often used in formal or written contexts.
See also: 誉む
彼のほむべき努力は皆の模範だ。
His praiseworthy efforts are a model for everyone.
ほむべき行いをした人を表彰する。
We commend people who have done commendable deeds.
誉める is the verb 'to praise', while 誉むべき is a prenominal adjective meaning 'praiseworthy'.
Derived from the classical verb 誉む (homu, 'to praise') + べき (beki, 'should'), meaning 'should be praised'. The modern equivalent is 誉めるべき (homeru beki).