Commodiouslarge and roomy, with enough space to be comfortable means large and roomyhaving a lot of space inside; not cramped, with plenty of space. It is a somewhat formalsuitable for serious or official situations, not casual word, often used to describe places or buildings.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /kə-MOH-dee-əs/
Easy pronunciation: kuh-MOH-dee-uhs (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress is on the second syllable: MOH.
Use this for the adjective meaning large and roomy; spacious.
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Commodious Meaning
having a lot of space inside
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: large and roomy; spacious
Example: They moved into a commodious apartment with high ceilings.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- spacious — A direct, natural substitute for the roomy sense.
- roomy — Works well in everyday speech for something with plenty of space.
- large — Fits the sense of being big, though it is less exact than spacious.
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Commodious Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- spacious
- roomy
- large
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Common Mistakes
- Using commodious to mean convenient or useful in modern English.
- Choosing convenient as a synonym for the modern sense of commodious.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does commodious mean?
Commodious means large and roomy, especially when describing a building, room, or other space.
What is a simple synonym for commodious?
Spacious is the best simple synonym. Roomy is also a good everyday alternative.
Is commodious still used today?
Yes, but it is fairly formal and more common in writing than in casual speech.
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