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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

Examples of spacious in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The home’s 4,700 square feet of interior space allows for spacious bedroom retreats while accommodating open-floor living areas for large gatherings. Spencer Elliott, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024 Stripe Linen $187 Chelsea Textiles Even the ground level was given a luxe makeover, with a new granite floor, a hidden apartment with its own entrance, multiple storage areas, and the coup de théâtre—a spacious lounge with glass doors that open to the garden. Michael Boodro, Architectural Digest, 9 Sep. 2024 Located about 20 minutes outside of downtown San José in the suburb of Santa Ana, this property is ideal for extended stays with friends or family, especially with its large backyard replete with grilling equipment and a spacious seating area. Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 7 Sep. 2024 Below deck, the vessel sports a spacious front cabin that can sleep two adults and two kids, as well as a bathroom with a shower. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 19 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for spacious 

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“Spacious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spacious. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.

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