spacious

adjective

spa·​cious ˈspā-shəs 

1

: vast or ample in extent : roomy

a spacious residence

2

: large or magnificent in scale : expansive

… a more spacious and stimulating existence than the farm could offer …

—H. L. Mencken

spaciously adverb

spaciousness noun

Synonyms of spacious

• ample
• roomy
• large
• wide
• commodious
• capacious
• huge
• generous

Choose the Right Synonym for spacious

spacious, commodious, capacious, ample mean larger in extent or capacity than the average.

spacious implies great length and breadth.

a spacious front lawn

commodious stresses roominess and comfortableness.

a commodious and airy penthouse apartment

capacious stresses the ability to hold, contain, or retain more than the average.

a capacious suitcase

ample implies having a greater size, expanse, or amount than that deemed adequate.

ample closet space

Examples of spacious in a Sentence

almost all of the guests were able to fit into the spacious living room

Recent Examples on the Web

Additionally, this iteration of the timeless wood frame features four spacious storage drawers located beneath the slats. —Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 28 Nov. 2025

The sale includes spacious, durable carry-on and check-in suitcases in various sizes. —Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 28 Nov. 2025

While this home is not as spacious as a traditional house, its two-story design is still a great option to consider for couples and small families. —Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2025

Vera Bradley Adair Rolling Duffel This 45-liter Vera Bradley bag earned a spot on our roundup of Best Rolling Duffel Bags, thanks to its durable ripstop nylon material, maneuverability, quick-grab side pockets, and spacious bottom compartment that can fit three pairs of shoes. —Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French spacioux, from Latin spatiosus, from spatium space, room

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for spacious

• audacious
• capacious
• cretaceous
• fallacious
• flirtatious
• herbaceous
• horatius
• loquacious
• mendacious
• micaceous
• predaceous
• predacious

Kids Definition

spacious

adjective

spa·​cious ˈspā-shəs 

: large or vast in size or capacity

spaciously adverb

spaciousness noun