CONSIDERABLE


Meaning of CONSIDERABLE in English

/keuhn sid"euhr euh beuhl/ , adj.

1. rather large or great in size, distance, extent, etc.: It cost a considerable amount. We took a considerable length of time to decide.

2. worthy of respect, attention, etc.; important; distinguished: a considerable person.

n.

3. Informal. much; not a little: He has done considerable for the community.

adv.

4. Nonstandard ( older use ). considerably; noticeably; much: I'm feeling considerable better now.

[ 1400-50; late ME considerabilis, equiv. to considera- (see CONSIDER) + -bilis -BLE ]

Random House Webster's Unabridged English dictionary.      Полный английский словарь Вебстер - Random House .