appreciable

[uh-pree-shee-uh-buhl]

appreciable Definition

• 1. large or important enough to be noticed or measured
• 2. able to be estimated or measured

Using appreciable: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "appreciable" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  There was an appreciable increase in sales this quarter.

• Example

  The difference in quality between the two products is appreciable.

• Example

  The company made an appreciable contribution to the local economy.

• Example

  The impact of the new policy on the environment will be appreciable.

appreciable Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for appreciable

• noticeable
• significant
• considerable
• measurable
• detectable

Antonyms for appreciable

• negligible
• insignificant
• imperceptible

Phrases with appreciable

• appreciable amount

  a significant or noticeable quantity

  Example

  The recipe calls for an appreciable amount of salt.

• appreciable difference

  a noticeable or significant distinction

  Example

  There is an appreciable difference in the quality of the two products.

• appreciable effect

  a measurable or significant impact

  Example

  The new policy will have an appreciable effect on the environment.

Origins of appreciable

from French 'appréciable', from 'apprécier' meaning 'to appreciate'

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Summary: appreciable in Brief

'Appreciable' [uh-pree-shee-uh-buhl] refers to something that is large or important enough to be noticed or measured. It can be used to describe a noticeable increase or difference, as well as a measurable impact or contribution. Synonyms include 'significant' and 'considerable,' while antonyms include 'negligible' and 'imperceptible.'