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How does the adjective commodious differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of commodious are ample, capacious, and spacious. While all these words mean "larger in extent or capacity than the average," commodious stresses roominess and comfortableness.

a commodious and airy penthouse apartment

When can ample be used instead of commodious?

The synonyms ample and commodious are sometimes interchangeable, but ample implies having a greater size, expanse, or amount than that deemed adequate.

ample closet space

When is it sensible to use capacious instead of commodious?

In some situations, the words capacious and commodious are roughly equivalent. However, capacious stresses the ability to hold, contain, or retain more than the average.

a capacious suitcase

Where would spacious be a reasonable alternative to commodious?

The meanings of spacious and commodious largely overlap; however, spacious implies great length and breadth.

a spacious front lawn

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of commodious Or, better yet, help create larger, more commodious ones. Nicholas Wright, Time, 26 Nov. 2025 The larger of the two units measures a whopping 12,200 square feet with five bedrooms, six bathrooms, and more than 5,200 square feet of outdoor space; the smaller clocks in at a still-commodious 10,700 square feet with four bedrooms and five bathrooms. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 Nov. 2025 While the driver’s seat back was just a hair too short for my lanky physique, overall legroom is commodious. Peter Nelson, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2025 The commodious site allowed for ample room to park municipal work trucks. Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for commodious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for commodious
spacious
Adjective
  • Beyond its spacious capacity, the purse is constructed with a blend of cow hide and steer leather, which is durable enough to withstand daily wear and tear.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Christmas garlands, high heels, and even craft supplies have all found a home in the spacious cavity.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026

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“Commodious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commodious. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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