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

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Recent Examples of voluminous In addition to fall-perfect dresses and separates, there are also plenty of chances to plan ahead for holiday dressing with lush velvet dresses with plaid trim, sparkly sequin numbers, voluminous ruffled minidresses and more. — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026 In footage shared by fans on social media, the singer debuted a bold new hair look, ditching her signature voluminous red curls in favor of a short, sharp blunt bob with a bold set of microbangs. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 30 Aug. 2026 After the meeting, Welsch argued the city should be allowing more time for the public to evaluate and scrutinize a voluminous plan that stretches beyond 500 pages. — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026 That growing self-possession becomes visual in the film’s party scene, where Miriam arrives in a voluminous yellow-green dress that immediately separates her from the room around her. — Callum McLennan, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for voluminous

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Adjective

Granted, Pollard needs only 1,083 yards to achieve a career high, but the Titans would like to get Tyjae Spears more involved and the overall quality of this offense remains a large question mark.

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
This can address key requirements of the world’s largest cruise vessels.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of large

Adjective

Its physical design is paired with substantial onboard computing, with three Turing AI chips providing up to 2,250 TOPS of effective computing power.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2026
Instead of carrying one sandwich or a small box, it is built to move substantial cargo between locations.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of substantial

Adjective

Anyone borrowing money to make a sizable purchase, such as a home, car or large appliance, will likely take a hit eventually.

— Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
The nation’s blood centers have long relied on high school and university blood drives not only as a dependable and sizable donation source, but as an introduction to young people about the importance of donating.

— Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of sizable

Adjective

The creator may own the message, but the platform has considerable influence over its distribution.

— Sergi Cerrato, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Even today, after significant changes to the tax code, earning income through a pass-through business can carry considerable tax advantages over earning it through other types of businesses — or as an employee.

— Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of considerable

Adjective

The lightly oversized fit and polished silhouette make this a workhorse in your wardrobe for various occasions.

— Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026
Instead of tucking the arms of her sunglasses underneath the scarf, Hadid wore the oversized, burgundy shades right on top of her covered ears.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of oversize

Adjective

The cast’s Blackness is a huge part of this — signifying is in their blood — but the impact spread across the whole franchise.

— Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2026
That was a play with huge ramifications that, to some extent, still sticks with Williams.

— Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of huge

Adjective

This is especially stark in robotics, where the problem space is vast and failures play out in the physical world, but the lesson applies to any system that operates at scale.

— Shivansh Inamdar, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Much of this year's equity rally – as well as recent volatility – has been driven by investor enthusiasm around AI development, which has been reliant on vast amounts of capital, as well as optimism around earnings momentum.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026

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