VOLUMINOUS Synonyms: 128 Similar and Opposite Words

voluminous

adjective

və-ˈlü-mə-nəs

Definition of voluminous

as in large

of a size greater than average of its kind decorating tips to help make voluminous rooms feel cozy

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of voluminous Because of the probable length of the report, Silver was asked about reading such a voluminous amount of information and if things would be resolved before the start of next season. — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026 If the drug shows a benefit to patients in these trials, the pharmaceutical companies then fill out a voluminous amount of paperwork called a new drug application. — C. Michael White, The Conversation, 15 July 2026 Once the ball rolled into the back of the net, criticism of the 27-year-old was both voluminous and harsh. — Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026 The voluminous sleeves add dimension while balancing your proportions, and the adjustable belt cinches the waist for a flattering, customized fit. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for voluminous

Recent Examples of Synonyms for voluminous

Adjective

The answer is likely to come this week as the panel considers the world’s largest blackwater wetland, located in Georgia’s southeastern corner, as a World Heritage Site.

— Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
Brent climbed nearly 16% last week, its largest weekly rise since April, and European benchmark natural gas prices saw their highest close since March, according to Deutsche Bank.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 20 July 2026

Definition of large

Adjective

Key concerns for investors include the company's existing debt, the substantial proceeds already taken by private owners, and the concentrated control Blackstone will retain post-offering.

— Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
If the impact centres are on the same line, Babcock will need to find substantial wingers to play with Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on the second unit, or Stan Bowman will need to find a second-line centre.

— Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of substantial

Adjective

Impact craters are formed by sizable objects such as meteorites crashing into the Earth’s surface.

— Megan Fahrney, ABC News, 24 July 2026
The France Under-20 international’s ceiling is extremely high, though, which is why Newcastle have invested another sizeable sum in someone who has only just celebrated his 20th birthday.

— Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of sizable

Adjective

Her new position at the scene’s forefront came with considerable expectations, and her occasionally dazzling debut, Silence Is Loud, felt the weight of those demands.

— Will Pritchard, Pitchfork, 20 July 2026
Skattebo’s recovery has therefore commanded considerable attention.

— Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 20 July 2026

Definition of considerable

Adjective

An upstairs primary suite features a cathedral ceiling, a private balcony, the aforementioned walk-in closet, and a deluxe bath with an oversized walk-in shower.

— Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 25 July 2026
In the clip, Karol wears full-glam and an oversized white hoodie, her dancers alongside her in matching get-ups.

— Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 25 July 2026

Definition of oversize

Adjective

About the swamp A big, big place The Okefenokee Swamp is vast, 438,000-440,000 acres spanning about 700 square miles mostly in Charlton, Ware and Clinch counties in Georgia‘s southeast corner.

— Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
That means one in four rooms were available during the world’s biggest sporting event.

— Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026

Definition of big

Adjective

Their fans have provided the electricity of this tournament, travelling in huge numbers, turning Kansas City, Atlanta, Miami and Dallas into oceans of blue and white.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Notable quote There is a huge amount of animosity, every single day, thrown at trans kids.

— Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 19 July 2026

Definition of huge

Adjective

DeepSeek challenged the conventional wisdom that developing an advanced AI model requires massive financial investment and vast computing power, and offered competitive pricing.

— John Liu, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
Tech firms are now addressing this blind spot, deploying AI to analyze vast backlogs of inspection photos and notes, identifying defects like corrosion.

— Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of vast

Browse Nearby Words

volumes

voluminous

voluminousness

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Voluminous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/voluminous. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of voluminous

adjective

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster on voluminous

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

parochial

Popular in Grammar & Usage

Democracy or Republic: What's the difference?

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

Why does English have so many silent letters?

Every Letter Is Silent, Sometimes: A-Z List of Examples

Popular in Wordplay

It's a Scorcher! Words for the Summer Heat

The Longest Long Words List

Ten Words Ending with a Silent ‘T’

The Words of the Week - Jul 24

Even More Bird Names that Sound Like Insults (and Sometimes Are)

Popular

Democracy or Republic: What's the difference?

It's a Scorcher! Words for the Summer Heat

The Longest Long Words List

Games & Quizzes