Definition

In a way that is large in size or amount; significantly.

Example

The project was sizably larger than we initially expected.

Conversation

Did you notice how much the prices have gone up lately?

Yeah, they have increased sizably since last year.

It's crazy to think about how that affects our budget.

I know! We need to be more careful with our spending now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sizably → It is formed from "size" (from Old French *sise*, meaning a measurement or dimension) and the suffix "-ably" (meaning in a manner that can be). The word "sizably" means in a manner that can be measured or is considerable in size.

Memory Tip

Think of 'size' as a measurement and remember that 'sizably' means something is considerable or significant in measurement.

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