Roomy
ˈruːmi
Definitions
Having ample space or providing enough space; spacious.
ˈruːmi
Having a lot of space; spacious.
The cabin was small but surprisingly roomy.
💡 Simply: Imagine a car that can fit all your friends comfortably, or a closet where you can actually find things! That's roomy. It means there's lots of space.
👶 For kids: When a place has a lot of space, like your bedroom when it's tidy!
More Examples
We needed a more roomy car for our growing family.
The hotel room was incredibly roomy, with a separate living area.
How It's Used
"The new apartment is roomy with large windows."
"The minivan is roomy enough for the whole family."
From 'room' + '-y', indicating having a lot of room or space. 'Room' itself comes from Old English 'rum' (space, area).
Used since the early 19th century, reflecting a growing need to describe the comfort of space.