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

Examples of roomy in a Sentence

a small car that's surprisingly roomy inside
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Both SUVs are bigger and roomier than their popular small SUV siblings, the Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester. ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026 At $46, this roomy, wear-anywhere bag is a great value, according to happy Amazon shoppers. Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026 Campsites at Palo Pinto Mountains are roomier than sites in older parks, offering a little more privacy and space for larger trailers. Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Feb. 2026 The style can transform into five unique looks, depending on the occasion — from a roomy work tote to a compact evening style. Katie Abel, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 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.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roomy. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.

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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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