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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

Examples of spacious in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web For example, when passengers board the plane, they’ll be welcomed by warm, inviting hues that are meant to make the cabin feel bigger and more spacious. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2024 The spacious area now features room for family and guests alike to hang out and watch TV, play pool, and grab a drink from the bar, which boasts a selection of about 30 bourbons. Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 17 Oct. 2024 It’s known for spacious carriages, filled with handcrafted Japanese furnishings, and its circular itinerary. Jd Shadel, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2024 The super high-rise waistband (featuring a spacious back pocket) also provides some nice coverage. Kristin Canning, SELF, 15 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for spacious 

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“Spacious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spacious. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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