Definition

Something that cannot be measured or expressed in numbers.

Example

The impact of the project on community well-being is largely unquantifiable.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how some feelings are unquantifiable?

Totally! Like, you can't really measure happiness or love.

Exactly, it's fascinating how some emotions can't be pinned down.

Right? It's what makes them so special and unique.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

Something that cannot be measured or counted.

Example

The value of love is often seen as unquantifiable.

Conversation

I've been thinking about how some experiences are truly unquantifiable.

That's so true! You can’t really measure feelings or memories.

Exactly! Sometimes the best moments just can't be put into numbers.

Root Explanation

Unquantifiable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "quantificare" (from Latin, meaning to measure or quantify) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word describes something that is not capable of being measured or quantified.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being able to 'measure' ('quantificare') something — that's why unquantifiable means it cannot be measured.

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