Definitions
- Referring to a large amount or quantity of something. - Describing something significant or noteworthy in size, importance, or impact. - Talking about something that requires a lot of effort, time, or resources.
- Referring to something that is large in size or amount. - Describing something significant or substantial in size or quantity. - Talking about something that is big enough to be noticeable or important.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is large or significant.
- 2Both words can be used to refer to an amount or quantity of something.
- 3Both words can be used to describe the importance or impact of something.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Considerable is more commonly used than sizeable.
- 2Connotation: Considerable has a more formal connotation, while sizeable is more informal.
- 3Scope: Considerable can refer to a wide range of contexts, while sizeable is more limited in its usage.
Remember this!
Considerable and sizeable are synonyms that both describe something that is large or significant. However, considerable is more formal and versatile, while sizeable is more informal and limited in its usage. Considerable emphasizes the idea of careful consideration or thought, while sizeable emphasizes the idea of size or magnitude.
