spacious
Americanadjective
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containing much space, as a house, room, or vehicle; amply large.
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occupying much space; vast.
- Synonyms:
- tremendous , huge , extensive
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of a great extent or area; broad; large; great.
the spacious prairies.
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broad in scope, range, inclusiveness, etc..
a spacious approach to a problem.
adjective
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- nonspacious adjective
- nonspaciously adverb
- nonspaciousness noun
- overspacious adjective
- overspaciously adverb
- overspaciousness noun
- spaciously adverb
- spaciousness noun
- unspacious adjective
- unspaciously adverb
- unspaciousness noun
Etymology
Origin of spacious
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Latin spatiōsus, from spati(um) space + -ōsus -ous
Example Sentences
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He and his wife have a newer Tesla, but wanted a reliable and reasonably spacious second car that could hold up on long road trips.
The living and dining areas are spacious and luxurious, and the primary suite offers a spa bath and impressive views of the New York City skyline.
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To better understand how these initial interactions unfold, researchers placed groups of wild-caught monk parakeets together in a spacious flight pen.
From Science Daily
The spacious bedroom has a walk-in closet, private terrace, and built-in desk.
From MarketWatch
As one might expect from the home of an A-list legend, the property also offers an enormous walk-in closet, as well as a “spa-like” bathroom that features a spacious bathtub and a steam shower.
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