qualitative

[ˈkwɑ.ləˌteɪ.ɾɪv]

UK: /ˈkwɒl.ɪ.tə.tɪv/

KWⱭ · ləteɪ · ɾɪv (3 syllables)

English Adj
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Definition

Of descriptions or distinctions based on some quality rather than on some quantity.

Etymology

From Late Latin (or Medieval Latin) quālitātīvus. Equivalent to quality + -ative.

Example Sentences

  • "You may recall that I made a qualitative post about our level 100 talents a little more than a month ago. Now let’s look at them qualitatively."
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