Considérables (en. Considerable)

[kɔ̃.si.de.ʁabl]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Signifying something important or significant.
The efforts made for the project were described as considerable.
Les efforts fournis pour le projet ont été connotés comme considérables.
Relating to a significant amount or degree.
The progress made in research is considerable.
Les progrès réalisés dans la recherche sont considérables.
Worthy of attention or assessment.
There are considerable challenges to overcome.
Il y a des considérables défis à surmonter.

Etymology

From the French verb 'considérer', formed with the suffix '-able'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

considerable advice
Valuable recommendations
conseils considérables
considerable challenges
Major difficulties
défis considérables
considerable resources
Significant means
ressources considérables

Related Words

consider
To assess or take something into account.
considérer
consideration
Attention or respect for something or someone.
considération
considerable
Adj. indicating great importance or quantity.
considérable

Slang Meanings

An amazing thing
The results of this test were amazing.
Les résultats de ce test, c'était un truc de ouf.
Well above average
His level of skill is well above average.
Son niveau de compétence est largement au-dessus de la moyenne.