WordValeample
plentiful; more than enough
In more detail
1. (adjective) enough or more than enough in quantity or size
2. (adjective) large in area or extent
Examples
- 1. We have ample time to finish the project before the deadline.
- 2. The house has ample grounds with a big garden.
How to use ample
Ample means there is enough of something and typically suggests even more than necessary, making it a positive descriptor. It is more formal and literary than synonyms like 'enough' or 'plenty', and often appears in written English. When describing physical space, it emphasizes width or generousness of area rather than just adequacy.
Common phrases
- ample opportunity
- ample evidence
- ample time
- ample space
- ample supply
Synonyms
abundant · plentiful · generous · sufficient · spacious
Opposites
scarce · limited · cramped
Word family
amply (adverb) · ampleness (noun)
A common mistake
Learners sometimes use 'ample' for very small quantities or tight spaces, misunderstanding that it implies generousness rather than mere sufficiency.
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