ample
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
enough or more than enough of something like time, space, or evidence.
fully sufficient or abundant in quantity; providing more than the minimum required.
Simple“There is ample parking behind the building, so you don't need to worry about finding a spot.”
In context“The prosecution provided ample evidence to convince the jury of the defendant's involvement in the conspiracy.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
large in size or having a lot of space inside.
large in size, extent, or capacity; characterized by being roomy or widely extended.
Simple“The house has an ample garden where the children can play safely.”
In context“The architect designed the lobby with ample proportions to accommodate the heavy flow of commuters during peak hours.”
- 03 C1 Advanced
long and detailed, especially when talking about a piece of writing.
extended or diffusive in style; not brief or concise.
Simple“The reporter gave an ample account of the events that happened at the border.”
In context“The biography provides an ample treatment of the artist's early years, covering even the most obscure influences on his style.”
“While some had no healthy food options, others had ample options, and still others were in between.”
Etymology tree Latin amplus Old French ample Middle French amplebor. Middle English ample English ample From late Middle English ample, from Middle French ample, from Latin amplus (“large”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.