appreciably finer

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "appreciably finer" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is noticeably or significantly better in quality or detail compared to something else. Example: "The new model of the smartphone is appreciably finer in design and functionality than its predecessor."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

1 human-written examples

Algeria's skills were appreciably finer than England's in their match the night before, but it lacked the belief to go on and win.

The New York Times - Sports

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

56 human-written examples

The SEM image (Figure 2a) shows thin and appreciably fine flake-like nanostructures of Bi2Se3 with an average size of 300 nm.

Nanoscale Res Lett

That's a way of telegraphing class, and of pushing the average check appreciably higher than if the very fine baba ghanouj, which is smartly studded with pomegranate seeds, and the crunchy, light falafel were allowed to command center stage.

The New York Times - Food

Despite having paid out over a quarter-trillion dollars in fines overall, banks haven't appreciably changes their practices.

Huffington Post

This produces what is known as solid-solution hardening, but the alloy can usually be hardened appreciably more by aging to allow a very fine precipitate to form.

Encyclopedia Britannica

An important finding of the work is that fine particles deposition does not influence appreciably trickle bed reactor performance.

Chemical Engineering Science

The dinosaurs did just fine for 150 million years without getting appreciably brainier.

The New York Times

The higher tensile strength is attributed to the presence of relatively fine grains, high volume fraction of precipitates and appreciably narrow LHDR.

International Journal of Mechanical and Materials Engineering

The performance of the galvanic cell is appreciably affected by the particle size of the MnO powder, in the case of fine powder, steady cell potentials can be obtained quickly after immersion into the molten iron.

Electrochimica Acta

Pulis appeared appreciably happier.

The Guardian - Sport

His nose was appreciably thinner.

The Guardian - Music

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "appreciably finer" when you want to emphasize that something is not just slightly better, but noticeably so. It's useful for comparing distinct levels of quality, such as in craftsmanship or performance.

Common error

Avoid using "appreciably finer" when the difference is minimal or subjective. Overusing this phrase can weaken its impact and make your writing sound hyperbolic.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "appreciably finer" functions as an adjectival modifier, specifically describing a noun with an enhanced degree of quality. As Ludwig indicates, it suggests a noticeable or significant improvement.

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

News & Media

31%

Science

27%

Encyclopedias

16%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Reference

0%

Social Media

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The phrase "appreciably finer" is a grammatically correct and usable expression for describing something that is noticeably better in quality. While relatively rare, as the Ludwig examples illustrate, it appears most often in news and scientific contexts to highlight improvements. If you need to indicate an important and appreciable gain in terms of refinement, this expression can come in handy. Alternatives include "noticeably better" and "significantly superior".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

noticeably better

Replaces "appreciably" with "noticeably", focusing on the ease of perceiving the difference in quality.

significantly superior

Emphasizes the degree of difference in quality more strongly than the original phrase.

markedly improved

Highlights the aspect of improvement or change in quality, rather than just the inherent fineness.

considerably more refined

Focuses on the refinement aspect of the quality, using "considerably" to amplify the difference.

distinctly superior

Uses "distinctly" to emphasize the clear and unambiguous nature of the improvement.

substantially enhanced

Highlights the enhancement or improvement in quality, using "substantially" to denote a large degree.

visibly more polished

Emphasizes the visible aspect of the improvement, implying a more refined appearance.

clearly more sophisticated

Focuses on the sophistication aspect, suggesting a greater level of complexity and refinement.

remarkably more elegant

Shifts the focus to elegance, emphasizing the aesthetic quality of the fineness.

appreciably more delicate

Replaces "finer" with "delicate", focusing on the subtlety and precision of the quality.

FAQs

How can I use "appreciably finer" in a sentence?

Use "appreciably finer" to describe a noticeable improvement in quality or detail, as in "The new design is "appreciably finer" than the previous version".

What's the difference between "appreciably finer" and "slightly finer"?

"Appreciably finer" indicates a more significant difference in quality compared to "slightly finer", which suggests only a marginal improvement.

Are there situations where I shouldn't use "appreciably finer"?

Avoid using "appreciably finer" if the difference is subjective or difficult to quantify. It's best suited for situations where the improvement is clear and measurable.

What can I say instead of "appreciably finer"?

Alternatives to "appreciably finer" include "noticeably better", "significantly superior", or "markedly improved", depending on the specific context.