adjective
ampio
spacious
Definition & meaning
Ampio means wide, spacious, or ample. It can describe physical space, size, or extent, as well as something broad or extensive in a figurative sense.
- A room can be ampio when it is spacious.
- A discussion or range can be ampio when it covers a lot.
- Clothing can be ampio when it is loose or generously cut.
Grammar & Word origin
Ampio is an adjective that agrees with the noun it describes:
- Masculine: ampio (singular), ampi (plural)
- Feminine: ampia (singular), ampie (plural)
It comes from Latin amplus, meaning “large,” “spacious,” or “abundant.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
- largo — wide or broad, often emphasizing width rather than overall space.
- spazioso — spacious, especially for rooms and buildings.
- vasto — vast or extensive, often suggesting a larger scale.
- esteso — extensive or spread out, emphasizing extent.
Antonyms
- stretto — narrow or tight.
- piccolo — small, referring to overall size.
- limitato — limited, especially in scope or extent.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
L'appartamento è ampio.adjective
The apartment is spacious.
Il corridoio sembra ampio rispetto alle altre stanze.adjective
The corridor seems spacious compared to the other rooms.
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