Considerável
Example: Ela fez um esforço considerável para terminar o projeto a tempo.
Definition
"Considerável" describes something large enough in size, amount, or importance to be worthy of attention or significant impact. It is often used to emphasize the extent or degree of an effort, quantity, or influence, as in notable or substantial contributions or changes.
Etymology
The word "considerável" comes from the Latin verb 'considerare,' meaning 'to look at closely' or 'to think about carefully.' Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to describe something worthy of serious consideration or that holds significant weight or importance. Did you know? The root 'considerare' also gives us the English word 'considerable,' showing the close link between these languages.
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