SPACIOUS Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the adjective 'spacious' differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of spacious are ample , capacious , and commodious . While all these words mean "larger in extent or capacity than the average," spacious implies great length and breadth. // a spacious front lawn

Q: When might 'ample' be a better fit than 'spacious'?

While the synonyms ample and spacious are close in meaning, ample implies having a greater size, expanse, or amount than that deemed adequate. // ample closet space

Q: When would 'capacious' be a good substitute for 'spacious'?

The words capacious and spacious are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, capacious stresses the ability to hold, contain, or retain more than the average. // a capacious suitcase

Q: When is 'commodious' a more appropriate choice than 'spacious'?

The words commodious and spacious can be used in similar contexts, but commodious stresses roominess and comfortableness. // a commodious and airy penthouse apartment

spacious

adjective

ˈspā-shəs

Definition of spacious

as in ample

more than adequate or average in capacity almost all of the guests were able to fit into the spacious living room

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How does the adjective spacious differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of spacious are ample, capacious, and commodious. While all these words mean "larger in extent or capacity than the average," spacious implies great length and breadth.

a spacious front lawn

When might ample be a better fit than spacious?

While the synonyms ample and spacious are close in meaning, ample implies having a greater size, expanse, or amount than that deemed adequate.

ample closet space

When would capacious be a good substitute for spacious?

The words capacious and spacious are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, capacious stresses the ability to hold, contain, or retain more than the average.

a capacious suitcase

When is commodious a more appropriate choice than spacious?

The words commodious and spacious can be used in similar contexts, but commodious stresses roominess and comfortableness.

a commodious and airy penthouse apartment

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Recent Examples of spacious Inside is cozy and spacious, and a sizable, dog-friendly patio defines the outdoor space. — Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026 The top secures with a strap revealing a roomy zippered compartment, two spacious side pockets, a large zippered pocket, and three slip pockets. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 In addition, Cohn invited Friedman to become a partner at his law firm, Saxe, Bacon & Bolan, and gave Friedman his own spacious office. — Kai Bird, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026 Comparatively, the Equinox is a larger, more upscale-feeling vehicle with better total range, but the Bolt is about $6,000 cheaper with a surprisingly spacious interior. — New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spacious

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The Athletic reported in April that some sources close to the squad questioned Skinner’s ability to bring young talent through, stating his preference was to deal with older players already armed with ample senior experience.

— Megan Feringa, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Because the atmosphere will have ample moisture, heavy downpours are also a concern, with localized flooding possible, especially in urban and developed areas.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of ample

Adjective

Frontier, JetBlue and Allegiant are planning to introduce first-class seats in the coming months, roomier, more expensive options that executives say will cater to customers looking to pay up for more space.

— Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 2 Aug. 2026
This peplum top that resembles Mirren’s offers the same lived-in feel and roomy silhouette.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of roomy

Adjective

Its brightest stars form a large cross, often called the Northern Cross, with Deneb marking the top and colorful double-star Albireo the base.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
The emergence of additional Chinese prototypes suggests that competition between the world’s two largest military powers is extending beyond current fifth-generation aircraft into the race for future air dominance.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of large

Adjective

That ramshackle but commodious 17th-century attic refuge became a significant node of cultural resistance in Vichy France — pretty much everybody who was anybody was dropping by for the anti-Nazi salon, and not least, the drinks.

— Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2026
The larger of the two units measures a whopping 12,200 square feet with five bedrooms, six bathrooms, and more than 5,200 square feet of outdoor space; the smaller clocks in at a still-commodious 10,700 square feet with four bedrooms and five bathrooms.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 Nov. 2025

Definition of commodious

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BookTok’s preferences may skew toward familiar beats and blunt-force sensation, but in Harpman the hive mind has alighted on something more capacious and slippery.

— Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026
Misogyny and the classics, as Mary Beard and many others have pointed out, is a capacious topic.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 July 2026

Definition of capacious

Adjective

India is another huge buyer, Jungman said, accounting for about a quarter of exports, while European countries like Spain and the Netherlands are also in the mix.

— Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Solo Sikoa received a huge face reaction in his tag team victory, while Nick Aldis was reinstated as SmackDown GM despite a loss to Gunther.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of huge

Adjective

Ted is a little surprised but not really, and a little unsure of how to respond to her generous offer.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026
The concierge will arrange special tours and experiences; the hotel's generous public spaces are ideal for weddings and events.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

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