commodious — having a lot of space inside; roomy and comfortable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a lot of space inside; roomy and comfortable
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈmoʊdiəs/
Example Sentences
- Students appreciated the commodious library with its comfortable reading areas.
- His commodious belly could accommodate an impressive amount of pizza.
- The billionaire's commodious yacht had three swimming pools and a helicopter pad.
commodious
ADJECTIVE[/kəˈmoʊdiəs/]
having a lot of space inside; roomy and comfortable
a family of four spreads out comfortably across a huge sectional sofa with plenty of room between each person. Each family member has space to stretch out with books, tablets, and snacks without crowding each other. The wide room allows for additional comfortable chairs, a large coffee table, and open walking areas. Even with all the furniture and family members, there's still abundant space to move around freely. Two children play on a soft area rug while parents relax without feeling cramped. The spacious ceiling height and wide windows add to the airy, unconfined atmosphere. having a lot of space inside that feels roomy and comfortable
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'commodus' meaning convenient or suitable. The word developed from the idea of something being 'properly measured together' to mean spacious and comfortable.
Breakdown
com- (together/with) + mod- (measure/manner) + -ious (adjective suffix meaning 'characterized by')
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Students appreciated the commodious library with its comfortable reading areas.”
“His commodious belly could accommodate an impressive amount of pizza.”
“The billionaire's commodious yacht had three swimming pools and a helicopter pad.”
“The commodious conference room easily seated fifty participants.”
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