considering sth by examining aspects that cannot easily be measured or expressed as numbers, such as opinions or attitudes 质量的；性质的；定性的◆qualitative analysis/research 定性分析／研究
involving a comparison based on quality 质的◆There is no qualitative difference between well-made local computers and imported models. 质量好的本地产计算机和进口计算机之间不存在质的差别。