considerable
Americanadjective
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rather large or great in size, distance, extent, etc..
It cost a considerable amount. We took a considerable length of time to decide.
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worthy of respect, attention, etc.; important; distinguished.
a considerable person.
noun
adverb
adjective
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large enough to reckon with
a considerable quantity
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a lot of; much
he had considerable courage
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worthy of respect
a considerable man in the scientific world
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of considerable
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Medieval Latin consīderābilis, from consīderā(re) “to examine” ( see consider) + -bilis -ble
Explanation
Use the adjective considerable to describe something that is large in amount. Things you probably spend a considerable amount of time on: homework and laundry. Things you'd rather spend time on: anything that isn't homework and laundry! The adjective considerable can describe something of importance and is worthy of notice or respect. If you are an excellent singer, dancer, musician, writer, or similar profession, people may ask you to donate your considerable talents to charitable causes. If you're not an excellent singer, dancer, musician, or writer, they will still ask you to donate, but they are more likely to ask for money!
Vocabulary lists containing considerable
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The passing propositions each won with what were considerable margins Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026
The Michigan hopeful put considerable distance between himself and Piker during the homestretch of the campaign.
From Slate ● Nov. 4, 2026
However, he added that "the president would retain considerable executive authority, so the implications for individual sectors are far from straightforward".
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2026
Although its religious rulings can carry considerable social influence, they are not necessarily government orders or legally enforceable.
From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026
“Oh! yes. But you see there is a considerable difference in age: Mr. Rochester is nearly forty; she is but twenty-five.”
From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë
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