Meaning & Definition of word "Copious"

Copious

/ˈkoʊ.pi.əs/

adjective:

  • 1. yielding something abundantly; profuse.
    • Example: She took copious notes during the lecture to ensure she didn't miss anything important.
  • 2. plentiful in number; large in quantity.
    • Example: The garden produced a copious amount of vegetables this year.
  • 3. characterized by abundance or fullness.
    • Example: His copious laughter filled the room with joy.

Etymology

From Latin 'cōpiōsus', from 'cōpia' meaning 'abundance'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

copious amounts:

A very large quantity.

copious notes:

Extensive notes taken, especially during lectures or meetings.

copious detail:

Detailed information that is abundant.

Related Words

copia:

A term related to abundance in various contexts.

copiousness:

The quality of being copious; abundance.

copulate:

To join together or combine in some sense, related through the idea of abundance.

Slang Meanings of copious

Meaning: A lot of something.

Example Sentence: There was copious amounts of food at the party.

Meaning: Overflowing with something, often enthusiasm.

Example Sentence: He had a copious amount of energy at the event.