estimable

adjective

es·​ti·​ma·​ble ˈe-stə-mə-bəl 

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 

adverb

Synonyms

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

Examples of estimable in a Sentence

She has written an estimable novel.

We owe thanks to our estimable colleague.

Recent Examples on the Web

The period recreation is impeccable, and the many music performance sequences could not be more transporting, benefiting enormously from lead actors doing their own singing with estimable polish. —David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024

Every other nation has folk traditions of men who were poor but extremely wise and virtuous, and therefore more estimable than anyone with power and gold. —Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024

The Triple Whopper with Limburger is a rumor that has Herbert, estimable young quarterback of Smith’s former team, drafting fifth overall, could be traded to a willing team that can afford him. —Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2024

Remember those catchy songs, fabulous choreography, and appropriate use of Lady Gaga’s estimable talents? —Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 11 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1