Definition

To a large extent or degree; significantly.

Example

The weather improved considerably after the storm.

Conversation

Did you notice how the prices have gone up lately?

Yeah, they've increased considerably in the last few months.

It's making it hard to stick to a budget.

I know! We might need to find cheaper alternatives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Considerably → It is formed from "consider" (from Latin "considerare", meaning to examine closely) and the suffix "-ably" (meaning in a manner that is). The word "considerably" means in a manner that is worthy of consideration or significant.

Memory Tip

Think of examining something closely ('consider') and then doing it in a significant way ('-ably'). This helps you remember that 'considerably' means something is significant enough to be worth considering.

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