qualitative

adjective

qual·​i·​ta·​tive ˈkwä-lə-ˌtā-tiv How to pronounce qualitative (audio)
: of, relating to, or involving quality or kind
qualitatively adverb

Examples of qualitative in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The Grammy Hall of Fame was established in 1973 to honor recordings of lasting qualitative or historical significance that were released prior to the advent of the Grammy Awards in 1958. Paul Grein, Billboard, 5 Mar. 2024 The first is rigorous analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative). Archana Rao, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024 That is forcing companies to take a more qualitative and considerate approach to marketing. Julius Gabel Norgaard, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024 Weighing the applications on an individual basis allows the committee and the board to focus on more qualitative aspects, beyond a return on investment, said Draper. The Arizona Republic, 13 Jan. 2024 Be aware that our analysis might not incorporate the most recent, price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative information. Gurufocus, Forbes, 15 Feb. 2024 While dance has long been practiced as a healing art, qualitative and quantitative research on dance movement therapy and interventions is increasing. Cameron Pugh, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 Feb. 2024 Ultimately, the creatives who vote for the Grammys all draw from the same musical past as the nominees, and the country finalists list is a qualitative statement about how the genre can continue to evolve. Tom Roland, Billboard, 2 Feb. 2024 However, few employers are disclosing hard metrics—many of these mentions only include qualitative information, such as a detailed description of a disability employee resource group (ERG,) an accessibility program, or product. Paige McGlauflin, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1607, in the meaning defined above

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“Qualitative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/qualitative. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

qualitative

adjective
qual·​i·​ta·​tive ˈkwäl-ə-ˌtāt-iv How to pronounce qualitative (audio)
: of, relating to, or involving quality or kind
qualitatively adverb

Medical Definition

qualitative

adjective
qual·​i·​ta·​tive ˈkwäl-ə-ˌtāt-iv How to pronounce qualitative (audio)
: of, relating to, or involving quality or kind
qualitative changes
qualitatively adverb

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