Definitions
- Referring to something that is large or considerable in size. - Describing a quantity or amount that is significant or substantial. - Talking about a group of people or an audience that is notable in number.
- Referring to something that is important, meaningful, or relevant. - Describing a change or difference that is notable or meaningful. - Talking about a quantity or amount that is noteworthy or considerable.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is noteworthy or important.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a quantity or amount that is considerable.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a group of people or an audience that is notable in number.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Sizeable refers specifically to something that is large or considerable in size, while significant can refer to any quality or characteristic that is noteworthy.
- 2Scope: Sizeable is often used to describe physical objects or quantities, while significant can be used to describe a wide range of qualities or characteristics.
- 3Subjectivity: Significant implies a subjective judgment of importance or relevance, while sizeable is more objective and refers to a measurable quantity or size.
- 4Usage: Sizeable is less common than significant in everyday language and may be considered more formal or technical.
- 5Connotation: Sizeable has a neutral connotation, while significant can have positive or negative connotations depending on the context.
Remember this!
Sizeable and significant are synonyms that both describe something that is noteworthy or important. However, sizeable specifically refers to something that is large or considerable in size or quantity, while significant can refer to any quality or characteristic that is noteworthy or meaningful. Sizeable is less common than significant and may be considered more formal or technical.
