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sizable

American  
[sahy-zuh-buhl] / ˈsaɪ zə bəl /
Or sizeable

adjective

  1. of considerable size; fairly large.

    He inherited a sizable fortune.

  2. Obsolete. of convenient or suitable size.


sizable British  
/ ˈsaɪzəbəl /

adjective

  1. quite large

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of sizable

First recorded in 1605–15; size 1 + -able


Explanation

Sizable is a good way to describe something that's large or ample, like the sizable bowl of baked beans you ate before climbing into your sizable tent at the campsite. When something's big enough — but not necessarily enormous — it's sizable. Your family's sizable minivan is big enough for you and your siblings, although you can't fit the whole softball team in there. The sizable fish tank you bought offers plenty of room for your three goldfish, but your sister's bettas will probably need their own tank. And if you skipped lunch today, you might want to order a sizable portion of spaghetti for dinner.

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In addition to the striking structure, the estate includes a sizable swimming pool and a separate lap pool, a tennis court, a running track, and, of course, a private golf course.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 11, 2026

The kitchen has multiple ovens, a sizable walk-in pantry, and a large island with plenty of storage and room to dine.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 2, 2026

The district has a significant Latino population — Ciscomani and Mendoza are Mexican American — and a sizable number of seniors, veterans and military personnel.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 2026

But the deal could face regulatory scrutiny given both parties will have a sizable stake in third-party grocery delivery.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

Some sort of heavy, industrial curtain hangs the length of the building, forming a sizable corridor.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins

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