Meaning & Definition of word "Spacious"

Spacious

/ˈspeɪʃəs/

adjective:

  • 1. having ample space; roomy; large in area.
    • Example: The apartment was spacious, allowing for a comfortable living area.
  • 2. providing plenty of room for movement or activities.
    • Example: We chose a spacious venue for the wedding to accommodate all our guests.
  • 3. open and airy; not cramped.
    • Example: The spacious garden was perfect for hosting summer barbecues.
  • 4. capacious; having the capacity to hold a large amount.
    • Example: The car's spacious trunk made it easy to fit all our luggage.

Etymology

Late Middle English: from Old French 'spacieux' or from Latin 'spatiosus', from 'spatium' meaning 'space'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

spacious living:

a way to describe a home that has plenty of room to move around.

spacious skies:

often refers to wide-open skies, used in poetry or songs.

Related Words

space:

the physical extent in which objects and events occur.

room:

the available space for a person or thing to be in.

Slang Meanings of spacious

Meaning: plenty of room for activities or people.

Example Sentence: This car is spacious enough for a roadtrip with friends.

Meaning: a vibe that feels open and free.

Example Sentence: The new office has a spacious vibe that boosts creativity.