estimable

UK: /ˈɛstɪməb(ə)l/ | US: /ˈɛstəməb(ə)l/

Definition

  1. adj. worthy of respect or admiration

  2. adj. capable of being estimated or valued

Structure
estim <value>able <capable of>estim <value>able <capable of>
Etymology

The word estimable traces back to Latin aestimare, reflecting the idea of assigning value or worth. Over time, the Old French estimer evolved into Middle English, combining with the suffix -able to denote something "capable of being valued" or "worthy of esteem." The dual meaning—both measurable and admirable—stems from this valuation logic.

Examples

  1. Her contributions to science are truly estimable.

  2. The damage from the storm is estimable at over a million dollars.

  3. He is an estimable scholar in his field.

  4. The project’s estimable impact surprised the team.

  5. Though modest, his efforts were estimable in their sincerity.