Meaning & Definition of word "Considerably"
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Considerably
/kənˈsɪdərəbli/
adverb:
- 1. To a great extent or degree; significantly.
- Example: The cost of living has increased considerably over the past few years.
- 2. In a way that is large in amount, size, or importance.
- Example: She has improved considerably in her studies since last semester.
- 3. A large amount; a lot.
- Example: The new policy will considerably reduce the time required for processing applications.
- 4. To a noticeably significant level.
- Example: His performance in the tournament was considerably better than last year's.
Etymology
From the Latin 'considerabilis', meaning 'worthy of consideration'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
considerably better:
much better than before
considerably less:
much less than before
considerably more:
much more than before
Related Words
consider:
to think carefully about something
consideration:
the action of thinking about something carefully
Slang Meanings of considerably
Meaning: A lot
Example Sentence: We've got a lot more work left to do, considerably.
Meaning: Way more
Example Sentence: That project is way more complicated than I thought, considerably.