erheblich
significant · considerable
Etwas ist in großem Maße vorhanden oder hat eine große Wirkung.
Definition & meaning
The German word erheblich is an adjective used to describe something that is significant, substantial, or considerable in size, amount, or importance.
There are two primary ways it is used:
- In terms of quantity or degree: It refers to something that is large enough to be noticeable or worth considering. For example, "an erheblicher Schaden" means "considerable damage."
- In terms of importance: It can describe something that has a major impact or is very relevant to a specific situation, often used in legal, medical, or formal contexts.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is an adjective that follows standard German declension rules depending on the noun it modifies (e.g., ein erheblicher Betrag, eine erhebliche Menge). It can also function as an adverb (e.g., Die Kosten sind erheblich gestiegen - The costs have increased significantly).
- Word origin: The word is derived from the verb erheben , which means "to lift" or "to raise." Etymologically, it suggests something that is "lifted up" or "raised" above the ordinary level, making it stand out as significant.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- beträchtlich (considerable)
- wesentlich (essential/substantial)
- beachtlich (noteworthy/remarkable)
- bedeutend (significant/important)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Die Veränderungen haben sich erheblich auf das Projekt ausgewirkt.adverb
The changes have had a significant impact on the project.
Die Kosten für das Projekt sind erheblich gestiegen.adverb
The costs for the project have increased significantly.
Der Unterschied ist erheblich.adjective
The difference is significant.
Seine Verspätung war erheblich.adjective
His delay was considerable.
Seine Meinung unterscheidet sich erheblich von meiner.adverb
His opinion differs significantly from mine.
Seine Leistung hat sich erheblich verbessert.adverb
His performance has improved significantly.
Eine erhebliche Verbesserung ist zu erkennen.adjective
A significant improvement can be seen.
Ihre Leistung hat sich erheblich verbessert.adverb
Her performance has improved considerably.
Ihr Zustand hat sich erheblich verbessert.adverb
Her condition has improved significantly.
Der Preisunterschied ist erheblich.adjective
The price difference is considerable.
Das Gewicht des Pakets ist erheblich.adjective
The weight of the package is considerable.
Die Kosten sind erheblich.adjective
The costs are significant.
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