adjective

spacious

/ˈspeɪʃəs/ · say it: SPAY·shus

having ample room

In Describing & Comparing

In more detail

1. (adjective) containing a lot of space inside; large and roomy

2. (adjective) having plenty of room or area; not crowded or confined

Examples

1. The spacious apartment had high ceilings and wide windows.
2. The spacious park is perfect for running and playing sports.

How to use spacious

Spacious describes an interior or physical area that is noticeably large and offers comfort or ease of movement. It is commonly used in real estate and architectural contexts and carries a positive connotation. While synonymous with roomy, spacious is slightly more formal and emphasizes a sense of openness and breathing room rather than merely functional size.

Common phrases

spacious apartment
spacious kitchen
spacious room
spacious house
feel spacious
more spacious

Synonyms

roomy · expansive · generous · commodious · airy

Opposites

cramped · confined · tiny

Word family

space (noun) · spacing (noun) · spaciously (adverb) · spaciousness (noun)

A common mistake

Learners sometimes use spacious to describe outdoor areas or landscapes when airy, open, or expansive would be more natural; spacious is typically applied to enclosed or interior spaces.

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