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 When the mill closed in 1977, Cabbagetown entered a period of decline as many workers and their families moved away in search of jobs elsewhere, leaving behind a sizable number of original mill residents, empty houses and vacant buildings. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 29 July 2026 With the gargantuan Oracle Park video board emblazoned with a greeting for Jackson Flora, the face of the organization’s glorious past welcomed the young man expected to be a sizable part of its future. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 29 July 2026 The video switches over to drone footage just before Ship hits the water, capturing from above the dramatic splashdown — and Ship's survival, despite the outbreak of a sizeable fire around its nose. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 27 July 2026 Additionally, while Iranian officials talk about a ground offensive, Bubiyan and Bahrain are islands, which would necessitate amphibious operations or sizable airlifts. — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sizable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sizable

Adjective

Its brightest stars form a large cross, often called the Northern Cross, with Deneb marking the top and colorful double-star Albireo the base.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
The emergence of additional Chinese prototypes suggests that competition between the world’s two largest military powers is extending beyond current fifth-generation aircraft into the race for future air dominance.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of large

Adjective

But as a result, HOAs have considerable environmental policy power, affecting how entire neighborhoods use water, generate energy, provide wildlife habitat and respond to climate change.

— Daniel Kramer, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026
There was a considerable and expected dropoff in practice attendance at Monday’s second session open to fans.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of considerable

Adjective

Additionally, substantial outward investment by Japanese companies, as well as foreign earnings of these firms remaining overseas, continued to weigh on the yen, Tran added.

— John Liu, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
The city should declare a substantial tax-increment financing surplus.

— Angel Gutierrez, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of substantial

Adjective

Viridi stated that the partnership represents a significant step in its mission to bring safe, reliable battery energy storage to the infrastructure applications that matter most, from grid modernization research to real-world utility deployment.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
The Braves have made a second significant deal ahead of Monday’s trade deadline.

— Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of significant

Adjective

India is another huge buyer, Jungman said, accounting for about a quarter of exports, while European countries like Spain and the Netherlands are also in the mix.

— Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Solo Sikoa received a huge face reaction in his tag team victory, while Nick Aldis was reinstated as SmackDown GM despite a loss to Gunther.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of huge

Adjective

In the afternoon, book a spot at one of Copenhagen’s many hot tub experiences; some favorites include Hottub Copenhagen and CopenHot, the biggest outdoor spa in Denmark.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Canales had prepped the crowd beforehand that this was going to happen, so Asher’s appearance drew the biggest cheer of the evening.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026