roomy

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adjective

ˈrü-mē 

ˈru̇-

roomier; roomiest

1

: having ample room : spacious

2

of a female mammal : having a large or well-proportioned body suited for breeding

roominess noun

roominess

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noun

room·​i·​ness

-mēnə̇s, 

-min-

plural -es

: the quality or state of being roomy

Synonyms of roomy

Adjective

• spacious

Examples of roomy in a Sentence

Adjective

a small car that's surprisingly roomy inside

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Once the home of assemblage artist Lenny Kislin, this 1971 rustic-modern three-bedroom has a roomy porch with walls of screens and high ceilings, surrounded by mature landscaping. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 23 Aug. 2026

From posh trousers and blazers to roomy totes and comfy sneakers, these finds can take you from your commute to the office and beyond. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026

The vehicle, sourced from Geely's Zeekr division, prioritizes passenger comfort with a roomy interior, large sliding doors, and a low floor for easy access. — Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Three roomy drawer compartments are tucked beneath the seat to organize gardening tools, pet toys, shoes, or extra outdoor diningware, while the bench comfortably seats two. — Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1581, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

circa 1755, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for roomy

• gloomy

Kids Definition

roomy

adjective

ˈrü-mē 

ˈru̇m-ē

roomier; roomiest

: having plenty of room

roominess noun