inestimable

American  

[in-es-tuh-muh-buhl] / ɪnˈɛs tə mə bəl /

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.

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inestimable British  

/ ɪnˈɛstɪməbəl /

adjective

1. not able to be estimated; immeasurable

2. of immeasurable value

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Other Word Forms

• inestimability noun
• inestimableness noun
• inestimably adverb

Etymology

Origin of inestimable

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

Example Sentences

Items of inestimable value were taken from the world's most-visited museum last Sunday, when four thieves wielding power tools broke into the building in broad daylight.

From BBC

Thieves wielding power tools broke into the world's most-visited museum in broad daylight, stealing eight items described as being of inestimable value, before escaping on scooters.

From BBC

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

From BBC

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

From Washington Post

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

From Salon