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considerable

Pronunciation: [kənˈsɪdərəbəl]

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Learn how to use considerable in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “amount”

(adjective) when something is large in size, number, or degree. If we say something is considerable, it means there is a lot of it. Think about a big pile of toys that you have; if it’s considerable, you have plenty of them.

Example

She saved a considerable amount of money for her vacation.

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The amount of water in the lake is not considerable; it's actually very low this year.

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Do you think there will be a considerable change in the weather soon?

Context: “importance”

(adjective) when something has a lot of significance or is very important. For example, if an event is considerable, it means it matters a lot and many people care about it.

Example

The study made a considerable impact on how we understand the disease.

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His decision did not have a considerable effect on the team's performance.

Example

Why do you think this issue is considered considerable by the community?

How to pronounce considerable

Pronunciation: [kənˈsɪdərəbəl]

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