Sizeable

/ˈsaɪzəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Fairly large in size, quantity, or extent.
The company made a sizeable profit this quarter.
Substantial or considerable in amount.
She received a sizeable donation for her charity project.
Having significant dimensions or proportions.
There was a sizeable crowd at the concert last night.
Large enough to be noticeable or important.
The research team made a sizeable impact on the field of study.

Etymology

Early 19th century, from size + able.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sizeable fortune
A large amount of money or wealth.
sizeable portion
A generous serving or amount of something.
sizeable influence
A significant impact or effect on others.

Related Words

size
The extent of something; a measure of its dimensions.
sizable
Alternative spelling of sizeable.

Slang Meanings

Huge
That party was huge, we had a sizeable gathering!
Big deal
Getting that promotion is a sizeable deal for him.