adjective
considerable
kun-SID-ur-uh-bul/kənˈsɪdərəbl/
Large enough in amount, degree, or importance to matter.
The sacks hold a considerable amount of grain.
Etymology
Something considerable was worthy of being considered—deserving close attention. That sense developed into the modern meaning of an amount or importance large enough to command notice.
In context
to go into this argument fully at our present stage would be impossible since it raises points requiring a considerable preliminary discussion
More examples
- She made considerable progress during the course.
- The discovery attracted considerable attention.
- There was a considerable difference in price.
Forms
considerable
considerably adverb — by a large amount
Similar words
- substantial
- Large or important enough to have weight.
- significant
- Emphasizes importance rather than necessarily size.