roomy

adjective

ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio)
ˈru̇-
roomier; roomiest
Synonyms of roomynext
1
: having ample room : spacious
2
of a female mammal : having a large or well-proportioned body suited for breeding
roominess noun

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a small car that's surprisingly roomy inside
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The bungalows are the roomiest accommodation, outfitted for families and large groups with two bedrooms, two baths, a full kitchen, and gas fireplaces. — Rachel Tepper Paley, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026 The company aims to create the absolute sweet spot in terms of an affordable, featherlight, roomy and convenient solo tent for rigorous backpacking, kayak camping, bikepacking and more. — New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2026 Among the rooms here, the standouts are the six signature suites, tucked into the roomier piano nobile. — Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2026 These shoes boast truly impressive cushioning and roomy toe boxes, so your feet will sit flat without squeezing at the sides. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for roomy

Word History

First Known Use

1581, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of roomy was in 1581

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roomy

adjective
ˈrü-mē How to pronounce roomy (audio)
ˈru̇m-ē
roomier; roomiest
: having plenty of room
roominess noun
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