Word
sizeable
Phoneticssize·able
US/ˈsaɪzəbəɫ/
UK/sˈaɪzəbəl/
Definition
adj. fairly large in size or amount. You use this to describe something that is big enough to be important or noticeable.
adj. considerable or significant in magnitude, extent, or quantity. Often used to describe abstract amounts like sums of money or portions of a population.
Examples
“The company received a sizeable investment from a new partner.”
“After years of saving, they finally had a sizeable deposit for their first home.”
“Despite the niche subject matter, the documentary attracted a sizeable audience, proving that there is significant public interest in local history.”
Examples
simple
“The company received a sizeable investment from a new partner.”
contextual
“After years of saving, they finally had a sizeable deposit for their first home.”
complex
“Despite the niche subject matter, the documentary attracted a sizeable audience, proving that there is significant public interest in local history.”
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun; less common in predicative positions after a linking verb.
Real-World Examples
“There is a sizeable group of Lib Dem MPs who openly question whether the party's problem is with its leader, while others support his stance.” “Bearing in mind Fernandes missed two penalties in pre-season, there must have been a sizeable amount of personal pressure on the shot.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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