inestimable

[in-es-tuh-muh-buhl]

adjective

1. incapable of being estimated or assessed.

2. too large or great to be estimated or appreciated.

   The flood caused inestimable damage.

3. of incalculable value; valuable beyond measure; priceless.

   jewels of inestimable worth.

inestimable

/ ɪnˈɛstɪməbəl /

adjective

1. not able to be estimated; immeasurable

2. of immeasurable value

Other Word Forms

• inestimability noun
• inestimableness noun
• inestimably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of inestimable¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English word from Latin word inaestimābilis. See in- ³, estimable

Example Sentences

“I have given the country back a treasure of inestimable worth, and instead of being thankful, they throw me in jail. It’s the height of ingratitude.”

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He added that he praised those who "guard the inestimable historical and artistic value of the Colosseum with dedication, care and sacrifice".

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The body is similarly inestimable, and Callaway said there’s a never-ending quest to figure out all the variables trainers can control.

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He continues, "Blind patriotism has done inestimable damage to the souls of thousands of our returning warriors."

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These cumulative burdens had consumed an inestimable amount of time and energy.

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