Estimably

/ˈɛstɪməbli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that is worthy of respect, admiration, or high regard; in an estimable way.

Etymology

From estimable + -ly (adverb-forming suffix). The root remains Latin 'aestimare' (to value), with the adverbial suffix -ly added to transform the adjective into an adverb describing how an action is performed.

Kelly Says

English speakers added '-ly' to almost any adjective to create adverbs—it's such a common pattern that we barely notice it, but it's one reason English has so many adverbs compared to languages like Mandarin Chinese.

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