Considérable
Example: Le projet a demandé un effort considérable de toute l'équipe.
Definition
"Considérable" describes something that is large in size, amount, or degree, often implying significant impact or importance. For example, a 'considérable effort' means a substantial and noteworthy amount of effort put into an activity or project.
Etymology
The word "considérable" comes from the Latin 'considerabilis,' meaning 'worthy of consideration.' It entered French through Old French, reflecting the idea of something worthy of attention due to its size or importance. Did you know? The root 'consider' originally meant to carefully observe or think about something.
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"Considérable" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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