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

Imagine a sprawling network of roomy bike lanes, generously landscaped to calm relentless traffic. — Barbara Kingsley-Wilson, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

The Aida boot presents a blend of velvet and wool knit to create a rich texture, an S-curve silhouette and a roomy square toe, which offers extra space for natural movement. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026

Plus, the two roomy pockets are perfect for carrying glasses, keys or a phone. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026

This coffee table’s roomy compartment holds blankets, throw pillows, and toys. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 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