qualitative
adjective/ˈkwɑlɪˌteɪtɪv/
Frequency rank: #8,143 most common English word
Meaning
relating to the quality or character of something rather than its quantity or amount.
Example sentence
The researchers conducted qualitative analysis to understand the emotional experiences of the participants.
Synonyms & related words
- descriptive
- subjective
- nonnumerical
- interpretive
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