Synonyms for

Ample

Verb / ˈæmpʌl / Another word for ample — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

plentiful or more than enough

Synonyms & similar words

plentiful plenteous sizable sizeable meager copious rich abundant plentiful sufficient plenty enough generous adequate bountiful lavish copious full large considerable substantial rich excessive oversize roomy spacious wide

Synonyms by register

Formal

abundant plentiful copious generous

Informal

lots of plenty of a good deal of loads of

Literary

bountiful profuse superabundant

Antonyms

scarce limited meager insufficient inadequate sparse

Common collocations

  • ample space
  • ample opportunity
  • ample time
  • ample supply
  • ample evidence
  • ample room
  • ample measure

Word family

noun ampleness
adjective ample
adverb amply

Usage note

Ample typically suggests more than enough, often implying a comfortable or generous amount. It is generally used in formal and neutral contexts.

Example sentences

  1. There was ample time to finish the project before the deadline.
  2. The house had ample space for a big family.
  3. The company provided ample resources for the project.
  4. The car had ample legroom for the long drive.
  5. There was ample evidence to prove his innocence.

Quotes

  • Ample food for all is Nature's promise.
  • Ample leisure time and a little extra money to spend are the seeds of discontent.
  • The universe is ample, the earth is ample and the soul is ample.

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