Copious is an adjective meaning very abundantExisting in a very large quantity; more than enough. or plentifulAvailable in a large supply; present in great amounts.. It can also describe a large amount of writingWords that are written down on paper or a screen., speech, or notes.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈkoʊpiəs/
Easy pronunciation: KOH-pee-uhs (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable.
Use this pronunciation for the adjective meaning very plentiful; abundant.
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Copious Meaning
very plentiful; in a large amount
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: affording an abundant supply
Example: We were given copious amounts of water during the hike.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- ample — Works as a strong substitute when something is enough or plentiful.
- plentiful — A close everyday synonym for something available in a large amount.
- plenteous — A real synonym, but less common in modern English.
- rich — Can fit this sense when something is abundant, though it is broader and less exact.
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Other Meanings of Copious
Meaning 2
long, detailed, or very plentiful in amount
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: large in number or quantity (especially of discourse)
Example: She took copious notes during the lecture.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- voluminous — Works for something very large in amount, especially writing or notes.
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Copious Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- ample
- plentiful
- plenteous
large in amount, especially for writing, speech, or notes
- voluminous
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Common Mistakes
- Copious does not usually mean simply 'many' in a general sense; it often suggests a very large, generous, or overflowing amount.
- In the notes or writing sense, copious usually means extensive or detailed, not just neat or well-organized.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does copious mean?
Copious means very abundant or plentiful. It can also describe writing, speech, or notes that are very extensive or detailed.
What is a synonym for copious?
Common synonyms include ample and plentiful. In the writing sense, voluminous can work too.
How do you use copious in a sentence?
You might say, 'She took copious notes during the meeting,' or 'The garden produced copious tomatoes this summer.'
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