Meaning & Definition of word "Considerable"

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    Considerable

    /kənˈsɪdərəbl/

    adjective:

    • 1. Notably large in size, amount, or extent.
      • Example: The project received considerable funding from various investors.
    • 2. Worthy of consideration; significant.
      • Example: There is considerable evidence supporting the new theory.
    • 3. Having ample or sufficient quantity to be worth mentioning.
      • Example: She has a considerable amount of experience in her field.
    • 4. Substantial; large enough to warrant attention.
      • Example: He faced considerable challenges while starting his business.

    Etymology

    From Middle French 'considérable', from Latin 'considerabilis'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    considerable effort:

    A significant amount of energy or work put into something.

    considerable progress:

    A notable advancement or improvement in a situation.

    Related Words

    consider:

    To think about something carefully.

    consideration:

    The act of thinking carefully about something.

    Slang Meanings of considerable

    Meaning: A lot

    Example Sentence: He put in a considerable amount of work to finish that project.

    Meaning: Significantly enough

    Example Sentence: It costs a considerable chunk of change to move to that city.