Commodious

Adjective

Definition: Having plenty of space or room; spacious.

Definition: Convenient or well-suited for a particular purpose.

Synonyms: Spacious, Roomy, Capacious

Antonyms: Cramped, Narrow, Small

Examples:
  • The apartment had commodious living areas, perfect for a large family.
  • The hotel provided commodious meeting rooms for the conference.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of the word "commode" which refers to a piece of furniture providing convenient storage. Commodious can be remembered as describing a space that provides convenience and plenty of room.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "commodious" comes from the Latin word "commodus" meaning "proper, suitable, convenient."

Historical Usage:

The word "commodious" has been in use in the English language since the late 16th century, appearing in various literary works and texts.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

None identified for "commodious."

Explanation:

"Commodious" refers to spaciousness or suitability while "commodities" refers to goods or products. The two words have different meanings and should not be confused.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "commodious" with "commodities" or "commodities market."

Explanation:

"Commodious" refers to spaciousness or suitability while "commodities" refers to goods or products. The two words have different meanings and should not be confused.

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