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.