Definitions for qualitative
ˈkwɒl ɪˌteɪ tɪvqual·i·ta·tive

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. qualitativeadjective

   involving distinctions based on qualities

   "qualitative change"; "qualitative data"; "qualitative analysis determines the chemical constituents of a substance or mixture"

2. qualitativeadjective

   relating to or involving comparisons based on qualities

WiktionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. qualitativenoun

   Something qualitative.

2. qualitativeadjective

   of descriptions or distinctions based on some quality rather than on some quantity

3. qualitativeadjective

   of a form of analysis that yields the identity of a compound

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Qualitative

   Qualitative descriptions or distinctions are based on some quality or characteristic rather than on some quantity or measured value.

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1. qualitative

   Qualitative refers to a type of observation or analysis that deals with characteristics, attributes, or properties that can't be quantified but can be observed or interpreted subjectively. It often involves examining, understanding, and interpreting deeper meanings, experiences, or behaviors. It is commonly used in social and behavioral sciences.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Qualitativeadjective

   relating to quality; having the character of quality

2. Etymology: [Cf. LL. gualitativus, F. qualitatif.]

The Standard Electrical DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Qualitative

   Involving the determination only of the presence or absence of a substance or condition, without regard to quantity. Thus a compass held near a wire might determine qualitatively whether a current was passing through the wire, but would not be sufficient to determine its quantity. (See Quantitative.)

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1. qualitative

   Relating to quality.

   Qualitative data is very important to learn.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on March 19, 2020  

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of qualitative in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of qualitative in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

Examples of qualitative in a Sentence

1. Israel Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon:

   The Gulf states are arming themselves, mainly with Western, American weaponry, in the understanding they will need defensive capabilities to contend with the new Iran situation, this of course challenges us, too, and here there is enormous importance to preserving what is called the State of Israel's 'qualitative edge' in the face of this regional arms race.

2. Evgeny Chuvilin:

   Permafrost degradation is a slow process. We're usually talking about centimeters per year. This here is more than merely degradation, it's also a qualitative change. So, I would say that yes, it is unexpected to see, hypotheses had been voiced in the literature concerning the possibility of such processes, but this is the first time they have been directly observed.

3. Israel Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon:

   This of course challenges us, too, and here there is enormous importance to preserving what is called the State of Israel's 'qualitative edge' in the face of this regional arms race.

4. Alexander Grushko:

   Today we are facing a NATO military build-up which is completely unjustified, i don't see any possibility for a qualitative improvement of our relations if NATO continues on its path of deterrence and relevant military planning.

5. Chetan Ahya:

   The initiatives are in the right direction, however, alongside focusing on the quantitative aspect of skilled labour force the policy makers will also need to focus on the qualitative aspect of the skill programmes.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=qualitative
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Qualitative
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualitative
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/qualitative
6. ^ The Standard Electrical Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/26535/pg26535-images.html#:~:text=qualitative