qualitative
adjective
qual·i·ta·tive
ˈkwä-lə-ˌtā-tiv 
: of, relating to, or involving quality or kind
qualitatively
adverb
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This approach not only reduces waste but also creates an exclusive, fully traceable felt that preserves the softness, strength and versatility of the natural material while meeting the highest qualitative and technical standards.
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Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
In qualitative feedback, 25% of viewers raised concerns about bias or commented on the importance of impartiality.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
With guidance from the Changemakers Advisory Board, CNBC evaluated the applicants’ impact through both quantitative and qualitative lenses.
—Julia Boorstin, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
Instead of weeks of testing, filmmakers can get quantitative and qualitative audience feedback in a day.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2025
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Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
In qualitative feedback, 25% of viewers raised concerns about bias or commented on the importance of impartiality.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
With guidance from the Changemakers Advisory Board, CNBC evaluated the applicants’ impact through both quantitative and qualitative lenses.
—Julia Boorstin, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
Instead of weeks of testing, filmmakers can get quantitative and qualitative audience feedback in a day.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2025
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qualitative
adjective
qual·i·ta·tive
ˈkwäl-ə-ˌtāt-iv
: of, relating to, or involving quality or kind
qualitatively
adverb
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qualitative
adjective
qual·i·ta·tive
ˈkwäl-ə-ˌtāt-iv
: of, relating to, or involving quality or kind
qualitative changes
qualitatively
adverb
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