Synonyms: considerable
Definition: large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
Usage: a considerable quantity; the economy was a considerable issue in the campaign; went to considerable trouble for us; spent a considerable amount of time on the problem
Similar words: appreciable
Definition: enough to be estimated or measured
Usage: appreciable amounts of noxious wastes are dumped into the harbor
Similar words: respectable, goodish, goodly, healthy, hefty, tidy, sizable, sizeable
Definition: large in amount or extent or degree
Usage: it cost a considerable amount; a goodly amount; received a hefty bonus; a respectable sum; a tidy sum of money; a sizable fortune
Similar words: right smart
Definition: (Southern or Midland) considerable
Usage: it's a right smart distance
Similar words: significant, substantial
Definition: fairly large
Usage: won by a substantial margin