French word

sensiblement

Pronunciation

IPA/sɑ̃sibləmɑ̃/

Meaning

  • adverbconsiderably

Example

Le prix a sensiblement augmenté ce mois-ci.

The price increased considerably this month.

Illustration for sensiblement (considerably)

More examples

La qualité de l'air s'est sensiblement améliorée cet été.

The air quality improved significantly this summer.

Core concept

A measured shift large enough to stand out clearly on a scale.

Common phrases

  • augmenter sensiblement

    increase significantly

  • diminuer sensiblement

    decrease significantly

  • être sensiblement plus élevé

    be significantly higher

Similar words

beaucoup: To a very great extent or with very high frequency.
fort: To a strong degree or with a powerful effect.
considérablement: By a large amount or to a substantial degree.
nettement: Clearly, with a distinct and easily recognized difference.

Definition in French

Signifie qu'une chose change ou diffère dans une mesure notable, perceptible à l'œil ou par des mesures.

Word origin

French sensiblement combines sensible with the adverb-forming suffix -ment, while sensible comes from Latin sensibilis, related to sentire, 'to perceive'.

Usage tips

  • Sensiblement is a false friend of English 'sensibly'; it usually describes a noticeable degree, whereas 'sensibly' means reasonably or with good judgment.

Other meanings

  • markedlyadverb

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