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A considerable number Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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a considerable number

[ə kənˈsɪdərəbl ˈnʌmbər ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

quantity

A large or significant number of something.

Synonyms

significant, sizeable, substantial.

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Word Description / Examples
a considerable number

Used to describe a large quantity of countable items, often in more formal contexts.

  • A considerable number of students attended the lecture.
  • We noticed a considerable number of errors in the report.
substantial

Highlights both the large quantity and the importance or value of something, used in various contexts including formal and informal settings.

  • The project received substantial funding from the government.
  • He inherited a substantial estate from his grandparents.
significant

Emphasizes importance or impact, often used in academic, scientific, or analytic discussions.

  • The results showed a significant increase in efficiency.
  • There was a significant drop in sales last quarter.
sizeable

Pertains to something notably large in size or volume, commonly used in informal or everyday contexts.

  • They made a sizeable donation to the charity.
  • We have accumulated a sizeable amount of savings over the years.

Examples of usage

  • There were a considerable number of people at the event.
  • A considerable number of students failed the exam.

Translations

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Origin of 'a considerable number'

The phrase 'a considerable number' originated in the late 18th century and is a combination of the adjective 'considerable' meaning 'large or of importance' and the noun 'number' referring to a quantity. It has been commonly used in English language to emphasize the size or significance of a quantity.