estimative

[ es-tuh-mey-tiv ]

adjective

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of estimative¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Medieval Latin word aestimātīvus. See estimate, -ive

Example Sentences

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

From Project Gutenberg

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

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