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estimable

[es-tuh-muh-buhl]

adjective:

deserving respect or admiration

Explanation

Estimable describes a person or thing worthy of genuine respect or admiration. It belongs to the same word family as esteem and estimate, a connection that reflects the idea of assessing something and recognizing its value. An estimable reputation is earned through actions that give others good reason to think highly of you.

Example: She dedicated her life to charity, building an estimable legacy that inspired future generations.

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