spacious

adjective

spa·​cious ˈspā-shəs How to pronounce spacious (audio)
Synonyms of spacious
1
: vast or ample in extent : roomy
a spacious residence
2
: large or magnificent in scale : expansive
… a more spacious and stimulating existence than the farm could offer …—H. L. Mencken
spaciously adverb
spaciousness noun

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spacious, commodious, capacious, ample mean larger in extent or capacity than the average.

spacious implies great length and breadth.

a spacious front lawn

commodious stresses roominess and comfortableness.

a commodious and airy penthouse apartment

capacious stresses the ability to hold, contain, or retain more than the average.

a capacious suitcase

ample implies having a greater size, expanse, or amount than that deemed adequate.

ample closet space

Examples of spacious in a Sentence

almost all of the guests were able to fit into the spacious living room
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Located in a building that dates back to 1908, the spacious, 1,500-square-foot unit is situated near the city’s finest shops, restaurants, and bars. — Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026 Comparatively, the Equinox is a larger, more upscale-feeling vehicle with better total range, but the Bolt is about $6,000 cheaper with a surprisingly spacious interior. — New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026 Even more, Sakara’s staterooms are nothing short of luxe—spacious and more boutique hotel than ship cabin. — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 The front zippered pocket is convenient for storing quick-grab items like your phone, passport, and keys, while the bag’s interior is spacious enough to fit all your daily essentials. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spacious

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French spacioux, from Latin spatiosus, from spatium space, room

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of spacious was in the 14th century

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“Spacious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spacious. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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spacious

adjective
spa·​cious ˈspā-shəs How to pronounce spacious (audio)
: large or vast in size or capacity
spaciously adverb
spaciousness noun

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