stimabile

Stimabile is an Italian adjective meaning estimable or worthy of esteem. It describes a person or thing that merited respect or admiration, often in a formal or literary register. In contemporary Italian, stimabile tends to appear in writing such as biographies, essays, or evaluative texts; in everyday speech, speakers more commonly use degno di stima to express the same idea.

Etymology and meaning: Stimabile derives from the verb stimare, meaning to estimate, value, or regard. The suffix -abile marks capability or suitability, so stimabile literally conveys “able to be valued” and by extension “worthy of esteem.” The word thus moves from a sense of valuation to a moral or reputational assessment.

Usage and nuance: Stimabile is typically applied to individuals or their character, indicating reliability, integrity, or commendable conduct. It can also describe a quality or conduct that deserves recognition. In English, the closest direct translation is estimable; however, stimabile is uncommon outside Italian contexts and is more likely to be found in translations or scholarly discussion.

See also: Estimable, Degno di stima, Stimare, Meritevole di stima.