Copious

/ˈkoʊ.pi.əs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
yielding something abundantly; profuse.
She took copious notes during the lecture to ensure she didn't miss anything important.
plentiful in number; large in quantity.
The garden produced a copious amount of vegetables this year.
characterized by abundance or fullness.
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

A lot of something.
There was copious amounts of food at the party.
Overflowing with something, often enthusiasm.
He had a copious amount of energy at the event.