avsevärda

Avsevärda is a Swedish adjective meaning notable, considerable, or substantial. It is used to describe something that is significant in degree, amount, or impact, and it can refer to costs, losses, progress, effects, or achievements. The term conveys a forma l or semi-formal tone and is common in written language, reports, and media.

Etymology and form: Avsevärd originates from the prefix av- plus the adjective.sevärd, which historically meant worth seeing. Over time the sense expanded to cover things that are worthy of attention more generally. The form avsevärda is the plural attributive form used before plural nouns, as in avsevärda skador (considerable damages) or avsevärda kostnader (substantial costs). The singular form is avsevärd, used with a singular noun (e.g., en avsevärd kostnad).

Usage notes: Avsevärda is typically attached to nouns that denote measurable or noticeable quantities, effects, or impacts. It tends to appear in formal or analytical styles, such as news reporting, academic writing, or business language. It is often interchangeable with synonyms like betydande, väsentlig, or betydande, but avsevärda emphasizes the magnitude or significance that merits attention.

Examples: Avsevärda skador uppstod efter explosionen. Företaget redovisade avsevärda kostnader under det senaste kvartalet. Det fanns avsevärda framsteg i forskningen.

See also: avsevärd, betydande, väsentlig, märkvärdig.

Note: Avsevärda is the common plural form used before plural nouns; the corresponding singular form is avsevärd.

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