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Inestimably: meaning, definitions and examples

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inestimably

 

[ ɪˈnɛstɪməbli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

value assessment

Inestimably is used to describe something that is impossible to estimate or measure accurately due to its great value or significance. It conveys a sense of something being beyond calculation, often in a positive or impressive light.

Synonyms

immeasurably, incalculably, unquantifiably

Examples of usage

  • Her contributions to the project were inestimably valuable.
  • The beauty of the ancient artifact is inestimably appreciated by historians.
  • Inestimably, the impact of his leadership changed the course of history.

Translations

Translations of the word "inestimably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inestimavelmente

🇮🇳 अनमोल रूप से

🇩🇪 unermesslich

🇮🇩 tak terukur

🇺🇦 безмежно

🇵🇱 nieocenienie

🇯🇵 計り知れないほど

🇫🇷 inestimablement

🇪🇸 inestimablemente

🇹🇷 ölçülemez şekilde

🇰🇷 헤아릴 수 없을 만큼

🇸🇦 بشكل لا يُقدّر

🇨🇿 neocenitelně

🇸🇰 neoceniteľne

🇨🇳 不可估量地

🇸🇮 neizmerno

🇮🇸 ómetanlega

🇰🇿 бағаланбайтын түрде

🇬🇪 გამოუთვლელად

🇦🇿 ölçülməz şəkildə

🇲🇽 inestimablemente

Word origin

The word 'inestimably' is derived from the root 'estimate,' which comes from the Latin 'aestimare,' meaning 'to value' or 'to appraise.' The prefix 'in-' denotes negation, so 'inestimable' implies that something cannot be measured or valued accurately. The term evolved in the English language, first appearing in the late 16th century to describe objects or concepts of such high value that they defy quantification. Its usage has expanded into various contexts, often applied to emotions, experiences, or contributions, emphasizing their profound significance.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,569, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.