Definition of spaciousnext

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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

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of spacious Vaulted ceilings make the ranch-style home with four bedrooms (each with its own bathroom) feel even more spacious, while a dedicated space for wellness sits just off the main structure. Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 17 Aug. 2026 In a week of testing, the Kia Telluride's interior and cargo area felt spacious for daily driving needs. Keith Laing, USA Today, 17 Aug. 2026 Next to the family room is the spacious kitchen with a breakfast nook for informal dining. James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2026 Johnston and Sullivan challenged Triples Alley, but on both occasions, Oracle Park’s spacious dimensions and San Francisco’s cold weather kept those balls in the ballpark. Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spacious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spacious
Adjective
  • The calm guest bedrooms all spill onto patios or balconies, while a bunkroom with double beds offers ample space for both children and adults.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2026
  • More than a third of them are in Texas, where ample oil and gas resources and a historically forgiving regulatory environment had developers rushing to erect data centers as fast as they can be built and powered.
    Matt Day, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • The roomy interior boasts a 14-inch touchscreen and practical physical controls.
    Josh Max, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Before your tiny purse bursts at the seams, make the switch to one of these roomier bags on Amazon, starting at $15.
    Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Beyond the possibility of romance, these sessions tap into a larger need for connection.
    Kaitlyn Harvey, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • In June, SpaceX had the largest IPO in history, creating multimillion-dollar windfalls for some longtime employees.
    Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Trade talks with Canada collapsed late Friday night, setting in motion steep 50% tariffs on a wide swath of Canadian goods.
    Steve Kopack, NBC news, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Culinary Experiences All 8 million New Yorkers bring unique perspectives and ways of life to the city, which makes way for many vibrant neighborhoods with a wide array of foods to try.
    Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
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
Adjective
  • On the bag front, the pendulum has officially swung from mini bags to ludicrously capacious purses as the It-Girl accessory to have.
    Essence Wiley, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The frankly enormous soaking tub in black-and-white tile and equally capacious steam shower share the room, though the toilet sits in a private water closet.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Granted, City have made a club-record signing in Elliot Anderson, and he is expected to make a huge difference, but everything else is pending.
    Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The baryon-junction model provides another possibility At RHIC energies, a proton contains a huge number of gluons.
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 16 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • The lovely pool at the top of the property has a generous sunbathing area and fabulous views over the city and there’s a 24/7 gym up there with an al fresco area kitted out with brand new TechnoGym machines.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The Accord nameplate is known for its generous cabin space in the midsize car segment and sporty driving dynamics.
    Charles Singh, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026

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“Spacious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spacious. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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