Definitions
- Referring to something that is large or significant in size. - Describing a quantity or amount that is considerable or substantial. - Talking about a sum of money or financial investment that is significant or noteworthy.
- Referring to something that is large or significant in size, amount, or value. - Describing a quantity or amount that is considerable or significant. - Talking about a sum of money or financial investment that is significant or noteworthy.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is large or significant.
- 2Both can be used to describe size, quantity, amount, or value.
- 3Both can be used to describe financial investments or profits.
- 4Both words can be used in formal and informal contexts.
- 5Both words have similar connotations of importance and significance.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Sizeable is more commonly used in American English, while substantial is more common in British English.
- 2Degree: Substantial implies a higher degree of importance or significance than sizeable.
- 3Formality: Substantial is generally considered more formal than sizeable.
- 4Scope: Substantial can refer to a wider range of contexts than sizeable, including abstract concepts like ideas or arguments.
Remember this!
Sizeable and substantial are synonyms that describe something that is large or significant in size, quantity, amount, or value. However, substantial implies a higher degree of importance or significance than sizeable. Additionally, substantial is generally considered more formal and can refer to a wider range of contexts than sizeable.
