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单词 estimable
释义

estimable

adjective

es·​ti·​ma·​ble ˈe-stə-mə-bəl How to pronounce estimable (audio)
1
: capable of being estimated
an estimable amount
2
archaic : valuable
3
: worthy of esteem
an estimable adversary
estimableness noun
estimably
ˈe-stə-mə-blē How to pronounce estimable (audio)
adverb

Synonyms

  • admirable
  • applaudable
  • commendable
  • creditable
  • laudable
  • meritorious
  • praiseworthy
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Example Sentences

She has written an estimable novel. We owe thanks to our estimable colleague.
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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

estimable

adjective

1
as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval a dramatist with an estimable body of work

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • meritorious
  • worthy
  • excellent
  • admirable
  • distinguished
  • creditable
  • commendable
  • laudable
  • praiseworthy
  • impressive
  • honorable
  • redoubtable
  • outstanding
  • noble
  • awesome
  • applaudable
  • distinctive
  • valuable
  • noteworthy
  • respectable
  • deserving
  • noticeable
  • good
  • invaluable
  • reputable
  • moral
  • precious
  • satisfying
  • delightful
  • pleasing
  • heady
  • enjoyable
  • principled
  • ethical
  • priceless
  • high-minded

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • discreditable
  • reprehensible
  • censurable
  • notorious
  • contemptible
  • wretched
  • unworthy
  • pitiable
  • pitiful
  • worthless
  • deplorable
  • detestable
  • infamous
  • lousy
  • vile
  • despicable
  • sorry
  • nasty
  • scabby
  • base
  • dirty
  • sordid
  • ignominious
  • disgraceful
  • unsavory
  • scurvy
  • low
  • dishonorable
  • mean
  • shameful
  • scandalous
  • illaudable
  • shocking
  • shady
  • scummy
  • seamy
  • disreputable
  • unethical
  • unlikable
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2
as in respectable
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge no estimable archaeologist would be fooled by such a crude and obvious hoax

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • respectable
  • respected
  • esteemed
  • distinguished
  • reputable
  • reputed
  • prestigious
  • recognized
  • renowned
  • name
  • honorable
  • venerable
  • worthy
  • prominent
  • creditable
  • famous
  • redoubtable
  • famed
  • illustrious
  • good
  • notable
  • praiseworthy
  • celebrated
  • honored
  • well-known

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • disreputable
  • shadowy
  • undistinguished
  • unknown
  • obscure
  • seedy
  • shady
  • no-name
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