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estimative


estimative [es-tuh-mey-tiv] ExamplesWord Origin adjective

  1. capable of estimating.
  2. pertaining to or based upon estimation; estimated.

Origin of estimative First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Medieval Latin word aestimātīvus. See estimate, -ive Examples from the Web for estimative Historical Examples of estimative

  • Yes, no doubt; but it is only with that rational, estimative love.

    A Christian Directory (Part 4 of 4)

    Richard Baxter

  • He was calculating and mercenary: she was estimative and generous.

    The Absentee

    Maria Edgeworth

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