SIZABLE Synonyms: 152 Similar and Opposite Words

sizable

adjective

ˈsī-zə-bəl

variants or sizeable

Definition of sizable

as in large

of a size greater than average of its kind a sizable sum of money

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in considerable

sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention a sizable increase in attendance since the team began its winning streak a sizable raise

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Recent Examples of sizable If Ryan follows through on his pledge, the New York Democrat could be out a sizable chunk of campaign funds. — Max Grinstein, The Washington Examiner, 16 July 2026 Principal, which has a sizable workplace retirement business, could again seek a deal with the company, according to other people familiar with the matter. — Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 16 July 2026 This World Cup has been hot and, at times, stormy, with a sizeable chunk of its 104 games set to be played above 90F (32C). — Aaron Mentkowski, New York Times, 16 July 2026 Although the players will take a sizable chunk of this, its 27-year-old striker Mbappé probably won’t keep any of it. — Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sizable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sizable

Adjective

The answer is likely to come this week as the panel considers the world’s largest blackwater wetland, located in Georgia’s southeastern corner, as a World Heritage Site.

— Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
Brent climbed nearly 16% last week, its largest weekly rise since April, and European benchmark natural gas prices saw their highest close since March, according to Deutsche Bank.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 20 July 2026

Definition of large

Adjective

The outlay is considerable for a player of his age, whose truly best years may well be behind him.

— Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 14 July 2026
Huby has shown considerable skill in working with European space officials to emerge as a leading contender to build a crew vehicle at a time when leaders there have made their desire for one clear.

— Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026

Definition of considerable

Adjective

With Mohamed Salah gone, Liverpool have a gap at right wing, which could present Morrison with a great opportunity to play substantial minutes and raise his profile.

— Andy Jones, New York Times, 14 July 2026
When retirees are unable to access healthcare because immigrant caregivers have been deported, their adult children often deplete their savings and can incur substantial debt.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2026

Definition of substantial

Adjective

Burnham’s faith is significant given the centuries of legislation and convention that effectively prevented Catholics from becoming prime minister.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
While Kyiv has made significant progress since 2022 in defending itself against Russian missile and drone attacks, the country remains extremely vulnerable to ballistic missile strikes.

— Ihor N. Stelmach, Hartford Courant, 19 July 2026

Definition of significant

Adjective

Their fans have provided the electricity of this tournament, travelling in huge numbers, turning Kansas City, Atlanta, Miami and Dallas into oceans of blue and white.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Notable quote There is a huge amount of animosity, every single day, thrown at trans kids.

— Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 19 July 2026

Definition of huge

Adjective

In addition to its ongoing pursuit of LeBron James, the Heat also would like to add another veteran shooter and another veteran big man but might begin the season with only 14 under contract.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
Flair then turned her attention to Cargill and hit a big boot, forcing the disqualification.

— Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026