Definition

In a way that is large in size or amount.

Example

The project was sizeably larger than we initially expected.

Conversation

Did you notice that the new store opened down the street?

Yeah, I saw it! It looks sizeably bigger than the old one.

I wonder if they will have a better selection of products.

I hope so! A bigger space usually means more variety.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sizeably → It is formed from "size" (from Old French *size*, meaning a measurement or dimension) and "-ably" (a suffix meaning in a manner that is). The word "sizeably" means in a manner that relates to a significant measurement or dimension.

Memory Tip

Think of 'size' as a measurement and remember that 'sizeably' means in a manner that relates to a significant measurement.

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