erheblich
Translation
considerable, significant, substantial
Examples
Es gibt einen erheblichen Unterschied.
There is a considerable difference.
Die Preise sind erheblich gestiegen.
The prices have risen considerably.
Grammar Patterns
a considerable difference There is a considerable difference between the two.
to rise/fall considerably The costs have risen considerably.
Similar Words
Synonyms: beträchtlich, wesentlich; Antonyms: unerheblich, geringfügig
Etymology
From the verb 'erheben' (to raise, to lift up). Something 'erheblich' is 'lifted up' from the norm, hence significant or considerable.
Memory Tips
Picture a graph where the line is 'lifted up' (erhoben), showing a 'significant' (erheblich) increase.