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
There is a gap for reinforcements, just as there is at right centre-half behind the estimable Fabian Schar.
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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
Not to compare our endurance test to that of poor ol’ Floyd, but still, tighter tale-telling, less musical repetition and more intimate staging could send the estimable Floyd Collins soaring.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
On the flip side, the Pittsburgh Penguins have remained loyal to their estimable triumvirate of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2025
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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
Not to compare our endurance test to that of poor ol’ Floyd, but still, tighter tale-telling, less musical repetition and more intimate staging could send the estimable Floyd Collins soaring.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
On the flip side, the Pittsburgh Penguins have remained loyal to their estimable triumvirate of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimable
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Too many courts for too long have avoided grappling with legitimate and meritorious challenges to election rules by dismissing cases on standing grounds.—
Ashley Lopez,
NPR,
14 Jan. 2026
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The award would recognize those nominated for bravery or meritorious awards under the existing Australian Honors and Awards system for their actions during and after the attack, according to The Associated Press.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
26 Dec. 2025
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The mainstreaming of the great replacement theory in the United Kingdom, and the surge of the overtly racist Reform Party, was assisted by such headlines as christian child forced into muslim foster care in a once-respectable broadsheet like the Times.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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The Falcons played a respectable game on the road at New England in November, but were blown out at home by Seattle in December.—
D. Orlando Ledbetter,
AJC.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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His leadership, along with the rest of his coaching staff, has been crucial in turning a four-win team for the last two NFL seasons into a squad worthy enough of reaching the pinnacle of football once more.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Keep scrolling to shop more of the best Amazon outlet deals to shop this week, from a Michael Kors tote bag to a movie-night-on-the-couch-worthy Eddie Bauer throw blanket.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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Graham is a respected and experienced coordinator who has a strong reputation in league circles.—
Dianna Russini,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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As one of the television industry's most respected medical reporters, Stahl has been recognized by community and health organizations alike for her hard-hitting yet compassionate approach to her beat, an approach that has changed lives and influenced medical practices.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
30 Jan. 2026
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The German is an excellent all-round forward who excels in bringing the best out of the teammates around him.—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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While not every product in the brand’s SOS collection includes hypochlorous acid (an excellent anti-acneic ingredient), the serum does.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
29 Jan. 2026
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Fast forward some three decades and today, Orms and his team of craftsmen have emerged as arguably the industry’s most esteemed engravers.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Miami rap legends, including Trick Daddy, Flo-Rida and DJ Khaled, were honored by the esteemed nonprofit 5000 Role Models for their volunteer work in Miami-Dade County.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2026
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The toil and sweat that’s behind the scenes to make this happen is admirable, and the technology advances in autonomy are inspiring.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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The bravery and ambition are admirable, but some of those Open Division candidates might be too big and too physically advanced for the Sea Kings.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
22 Jan. 2026
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Yet a much more reputable but equally insulting theory about Easter Island has remained influential, even dominant, Pitts argues.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2026
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If nothing is offered, consider signing up for a reputable identity theft protection service on your own.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Estimable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimable. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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