roomy

adjective

ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio)
ˈru̇-
roomier; roomiest
Synonyms of roomynext
1
: having ample room : spacious
2
of a female mammal : having a large or well-proportioned body suited for breeding
roominess noun

Examples of roomy in a Sentence

a small car that's surprisingly roomy inside
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Despite a higher passenger count than older ships, Silver Ray is incredibly roomy, possessing one of the highest space ratios per passenger at sea. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026 Despite it being oversized and roomy, the blouse’s lace collar and balloon sleeves make the top feel whimsical and put-together. Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026 Trendy yet practical, these elastic-waist, drawstring pants with roomy pockets are a great choice for long flights and city walking tours. Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026 Its sibling Core, meanwhile, is all about balance (drawing details from both Italian design schemes and explorer features) and family experiences, with a roomy main deck pantry and an owner’s balcony that acts as a private retreat. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for roomy

Word History

First Known Use

1581, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of roomy was in 1581

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“Roomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roomy. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.

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roomy

adjective
ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio)
ˈru̇m-ē
roomier; roomiest
: having plenty of room
roominess noun

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