sizable

adjective

siz·​able ˈsī-zə-bəl How to pronounce sizable (audio)
variants or sizeable
Synonyms of sizablenext
: fairly large : considerable
a sizable donation
sizableness noun
sizably adverb

Examples of sizable in a Sentence

a sizable portion of the population He won by a sizable margin.
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Whether sniffing their way through the Wilds of Africa or watching the flamingos, quiet curiosity backed their sizable smiles. Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026 This contains a breakfast bar seating area, quartz countertops, a deep farmhouse-style sink, shelving, and generous cabinetry, including a sizable pantry. Adam Williams march 01, New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2026 The award is made possible by donations, including a sizable donation from Arvada resident Adam Stevinson. Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2026 Robbins also made a sizable donation to his own campaign, according to the report. Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 28 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sizable

Word History

First Known Use

1613, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sizable was in 1613

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“Sizable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sizable. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.

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sizable

adjective
siz·​able
variants or sizeable
: fairly large : considerable
sizably adverb

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