sizable — fairly large; of considerable size or extent
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: fairly large; of considerable size or extent
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsaɪzəbəl/
Example Sentences
- My cat has gained a sizable belly after discovering the treat cabinet.
- The startup raised a sizable funding round from venture capitalists.
- She spent a sizable chunk of her weekend binge-watching Netflix.
sizable
ADJECTIVE[/ˈsaɪzəbəl/]
fairly large; of considerable size or extent
He inherited a sizable estate from his great-uncle last spring.
For sizable treasure most prizable, the small door is advisable!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Middle English and Old French word 'size' (meaning an assize or regulation of dimension), combined with the suffix '-able' (meaning capable of or worthy of). The word evolved through Norman French influence on English legal and commercial terminology.
Breakdown
size (dimension or magnitude) + -able (capable of being) = sizable (capable of being of considerable size)
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📝Examples
“My cat has gained a sizable belly after discovering the treat cabinet.”
“The startup raised a sizable funding round from venture capitalists.”
“She spent a sizable chunk of her weekend binge-watching Netflix.”
“The research project requires a sizable team of experts.”
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