Estimable (en. Estimable)

/ɛs.tim.a.bl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Worthy of esteem, respectable.
He is an estimable man who always helps others.
C'est un homme estimable qui aide toujours les autres.
That can be evaluated or judged.
Research works are valued at several hundred euros.
Les travaux de recherche sont estimables à plusieurs centaines d'euros.
Considered as having value or merit.
His work in the community is perfectly estimable.
Son travail dans la communauté est parfaitement estimable.

Etymology

From the verb 'estimer' with the suffix -able, meaning capable of being estimated.

Common Phrases and Expressions

an estimable man
A man who deserves respect.
un homme estimable
an estimable actress
An actress recognized for her talent and integrity.
une actrice estimable
an estimable job
A job that deserves to be recognized and valued.
un travail estimable

Related Words

estimate
To appreciate the value, merit of something or someone.
estimer
estimation
Assessment of value or merit.
estimation
esteem
Consideration, respect for someone or something.
estime

Slang Meanings

Someone good.
This guy is really estimable; he always has a good deed to do.
Ce gars est vraiment estimable, il a toujours une bonne action à faire.
A respected person.
He is known in the neighborhood as an estimable person.
Il est connu dans le quartier comme une personne estimable.