considerable

American  

[kuhn-sid-er-uh-buhl] / kənˈsɪd ər ə bəl /

adjective

1. rather large or great in size, distance, extent, etc..

   It cost a considerable amount. We took a considerable length of time to decide.

2. worthy of respect, attention, etc.; important; distinguished.

   a considerable person.

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noun

1. Informal. much; not a little.

   He has done considerable for the community.

adverb

1. Nonstandard: Older Use. considerably; noticeably; much.

   I'm feeling considerable better now.

considerable British  

/ kənˈsɪdərəbəl /

adjective

1. large enough to reckon with

   a considerable quantity

2. a lot of; much

   he had considerable courage

3. worthy of respect

   a considerable man in the scientific world

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Other Word Forms

• considerably adverb
• unconsiderable adjective
• unconsiderably adverb

Etymology

Origin of considerable

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Medieval Latin consīderābilis, from consīderā(re) “to examine” ( consider ) + -bilis -ble

Example Sentences

The Kentucky Derby will be run in eight weeks, which allows plenty of time for considerable changes in the field.

From Los Angeles Times

This AI-generated footage spread widely online at a time of considerable concern from residents and tourists about the drone and missile strikes on the city.

From BBC

Ikuo Izawa, an operator at the plant who provides a very personal perspective on the story, spends much of his considerable interview time with his eyes closed.

From The Wall Street Journal

Each of these aspects will undoubtedly demand considerable time and scrutiny,” the insurer said.

From MarketWatch

But while the conflict continues, any moves by the IOC, Fifa or other sports bodies to do so will be met with considerable opposition, especially in Europe.

From BBC

Related Words

• ample
• appreciable
• astronomical
• big
• extensive
• great
• hefty
• huge
• major
• noticeable
• reasonable
• sizable
• substantial