roomy
UK: ˈruːmi | US: ˈruːmi
adj. having plenty of space; spacious
adj. (of clothing) loose-fitting; not tight
The word "roomy" derives from the noun "room" (Old English rūm, meaning "space" or "open area") combined with the suffix "-y," which forms adjectives indicating a characteristic (e.g., "sunny," "windy"). Originally, "room" referred to physical space, and by the 16th century, "-y" was added to create "roomy," describing something that affords ample space. The term evolved to describe both physical spaces and clothing, emphasizing comfort and lack of restriction.
The apartment feels roomy despite its small square footage.
She prefers roomy sweaters for lounging at home.
The car’s trunk is surprisingly roomy for a compact model.
His new office is much roomier than the cramped cubicle he had before.
These pants are designed to be roomy around the thighs for ease of movement.