1
as in meritorious
deserving of high regard or great approval
a dramatist with an estimable body of work
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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
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Recent Examples of estimable
Rough-hewn wood, line dancing, cold bottles of beer, barbecue and mechanical bulls bolster the estimable list of country, hard rock, roots and crossover acts that regularly play on Friday nights.
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John Wenzel, Denver Post, 23 Sep. 2025
There is a gap for reinforcements, just as there is at right centre-half behind the estimable Fabian Schar.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 10 Aug. 2025
There are over a dozen artists represented, including the estimable Utagawa Hiroshige.
—Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
Mantello does some of his finest work in a heartfelt revival that will be remembered for the estimable Lane’s career-crowning performance.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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John Wenzel, Denver Post, 23 Sep. 2025
There is a gap for reinforcements, just as there is at right centre-half behind the estimable Fabian Schar.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 10 Aug. 2025
There are over a dozen artists represented, including the estimable Utagawa Hiroshige.
—Lori Waxman, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
Mantello does some of his finest work in a heartfelt revival that will be remembered for the estimable Lane’s career-crowning performance.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimable
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In those situations, eligibility rules are viewed as non-meritorious and undermining a competitive market for teams to buy players’ services.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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He has been recognized six times by the Police Department for excellent and meritorious police duty, according to the NYPD’s website.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
3 Mar. 2026
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The Hawks shot 10-of-41 in Game 4, a respectable 13-of-33 in Game 3, 9-of-30 in Game 2 and 14-of-37 from deep in Game 1.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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His seven goals and 21 points this season were respectable for a now-21-year-old rookie, but Sandin-Pellikka’s value is predicated on his ability to move (and shoot) the puck.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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With Boston not quite looking sharp and Denver trailing Minnesota in its series, the Spurs are a logical and worthy second team in the odds behind Oklahoma City to win the NBA title.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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The lighting in the bathroom is perfect for getting ready or an Instagram-worthy shot, and the deep soaking tub beckons relaxation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
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Still in her twenties, Morisot was a respected painter, best known for her landscapes, and had been tutored by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, the influential Barbizon school painter of fluttery fields and woodlands.—
Susan Tallman,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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At the center of the expansion is Gerry Grennell, the veteran and respected performance coach who has collaborated with stars including Johnny Depp, Meryl Streep, Natalie Portman, Tom Cruise, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Oscar Isaac.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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Soft white sand, clear waters and excellent surf draw beachgoers to this vast beach.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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This makes buffalo grass an excellent choice for naturally controlling soil erosion.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
30 Apr. 2026
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Artists ranging from Mickalene Thomas to Tammy Nguyen are banding together to sell more than $1 million in art at Sotheby’s next month, with all the funds going toward Yale University’s MFA art program, among the most esteemed ones of its kind in the country.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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The esteemed David Rosenberg of Rosenberg Research points out that the market rallies that started April 13 and took the S&P 500 to a new high were a response to prospective new rounds of discussions to resolve the war between Iran and the United States and Israel.—
Terry Savage,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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Once Greenard underwent shoulder surgery in Week 15, Turner stepped in and impacted games at an admirable level, finishing with eight sacks.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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And the most admirable part of the first two days is there’s evidence Miami didn’t settle for players.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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These three companies also offer reputable home warranty coverage.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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What resulted was a steady stream of facts from myriad reputable media outlets — hardly an information vacuum.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Estimable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimable. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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