a.

1. 相当大的；相当多的
   He made a considerable sum of money in real estate.

   他做房地产生意赚了大笔钱。

2. 值得考虑的；重要的
   Paul is a considerable person in his town.

   保罗是镇上的一位重要人物。

n.

1. 【美】【口】大量[U]
   I figure he earned considerable.

   我估计他赚了不少。

adj.

1. notably large.
2. having merit or distinction.