CONSIDERABLE Synonyms: 153 Similar and Opposite Words

considerable

adjective

kən-ˈsi-dər(-ə)-bəl

Definition of considerable

as in significant

sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention the considerable number of auto accidents that resulted from the surprise snowstorm

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as in substantial

of a size greater than average of its kind a house with a considerable barn in back

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Recent Examples of considerable Despite Japan’s technological advancements, China continues to maintain a considerable advantage in fleet size and shipbuilding capacity. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026 There’s considerable curiosity surrounding the 51-year-old’s return to the Big Ten after a three-year exile following his ouster at alma mater Northwestern in July 2023 following an investigation into hazing allegations in his program. — The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 31 July 2026 Still, two years is a considerable amount of time and the commitment here will need to be met in order to avoid paying an early withdrawal fee, which will be substantial on a CD of this size and length. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 31 July 2026 Not for the first time, the president’s clumsiness is likely to negate his malevolence, though not without considerable cost, in time and money, to Comey. — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for considerable

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Adjective

Viridi stated that the partnership represents a significant step in its mission to bring safe, reliable battery energy storage to the infrastructure applications that matter most, from grid modernization research to real-world utility deployment.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
The Braves have made a second significant deal ahead of Monday’s trade deadline.

— Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of significant

Adjective

Additionally, substantial outward investment by Japanese companies, as well as foreign earnings of these firms remaining overseas, continued to weigh on the yen, Tran added.

— John Liu, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
The city should declare a substantial tax-increment financing surplus.

— Angel Gutierrez, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of substantial

Adjective

Reeves also notably signed over a sizable portion of his back-end deal for the Matrix sequels to members of the special-effects and costume -design departments.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 31 July 2026
For RBs, there are sizeable cliffs to be aware of, most notably early — after the elites Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs, and then Christian McCaffrey and Jonathan Taylor— and following the RB33.

— Jake Ciely, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Definition of sizable

Adjective

Its brightest stars form a large cross, often called the Northern Cross, with Deneb marking the top and colorful double-star Albireo the base.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
The emergence of additional Chinese prototypes suggests that competition between the world’s two largest military powers is extending beyond current fifth-generation aircraft into the race for future air dominance.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of large

Adjective

Linebacker Zaire Franklin had tremendous coverage on an incomplete pass down the middle for tight end Josh Whyle.

— Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
There are tremendous challenges around delivering this in practice given the differing problems and motivations across continents and federations.

— Simon Hughes, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of tremendous

Adjective

The other great piece of news is that, yes, this will get a localized release with multiple language support, something that the original PlayStation Portable version never had.

— Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Zachary Robert Stacer, 22, was arrested on July 30 and charged with two counts of assault with intent to do great bodily harm, three counts of felonious assault and five counts of resisting and obstructing a police officer.

— Joseph Buczek, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of great

Adjective

India is another huge buyer, Jungman said, accounting for about a quarter of exports, while European countries like Spain and the Netherlands are also in the mix.

— Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Solo Sikoa received a huge face reaction in his tag team victory, while Nick Aldis was reinstated as SmackDown GM despite a loss to Gunther.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of huge

Adjective

In the afternoon, book a spot at one of Copenhagen’s many hot tub experiences; some favorites include Hottub Copenhagen and CopenHot, the biggest outdoor spa in Denmark.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Canales had prepped the crowd beforehand that this was going to happen, so Asher’s appearance drew the biggest cheer of the evening.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026

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