considerable
6 synonyms and 2 antonyms for considerable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Large enough in size, amount, or degree to be important.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use considerable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From consider plus -able, "able to be considered," which shifted over time to mean "significant."
Full origin of considerable →Frequently asked questions
What does “considerable” mean?
The word “considerable” means large enough in size, amount, or degree to be important. In plain terms, big enough to matter or be worth noticing.
How do you pronounce “considerable”?
“Considerable” is pronounced kuhn-SIH-duh-ruhbl (/kənˈsɪdəɹəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “considerable” in a sentence?
Here is “considerable” used in a sentence: “The project required a considerable amount of funding.”
What is the opposite of “considerable”?
The opposite of “considerable” — its antonyms — are ignorable and negligible.
What part of speech is “considerable”?
“Considerable” is an adjective.
Is “considerable” a common word?
“Considerable” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between "considerable" and "considerate"?
"Considerable" means large enough in size, amount, or degree to be important, as in "a considerable sum of money." "Considerate" is unrelated and means thoughtful of other people's feelings. The two are frequently confused because they look similar, but they are not interchangeable.
When should you use "considerable" instead of "substantial"?
Both describe an amount large enough to matter, and they are often interchangeable. "Considerable" tends to emphasise that something is notable or worth taking into account, while "substantial" can also suggest solid physical bulk or firmness. For most references to quantity or degree, either word works.
What words commonly follow "considerable"?
"Considerable" frequently pairs with abstract nouns such as amount, time, effort, expense, damage, and influence, as in "considerable effort" or "considerable damage." It usually describes something measurable or significant rather than the shape of a physical object.
Is "considerable" formal or informal?
"Considerable" is fairly formal and common in writing, news reports, and academic or professional contexts. In casual speech, people more often say "a lot," "loads," or "quite a bit" to express the same idea.