Learn how to use the comparative “less spacious” and superlative “least spacious” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “nonspacious”?

The comparative form of “nonspacious” is “less spacious”.

Example

The second bedroom is less spacious than the master bedroom.

Example

The new apartment is less spacious than the previous one.

What is the superlative form of “nonspacious”?

The superlative form of “nonspacious” is “least spacious”.

Example

Out of all the rooms, the closet is the least spacious.

Example

This is the least spacious car I've ever driven.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "nonspacious," "less spacious," and "least spacious." Instead, "less spacious" and "least spacious" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "nonspacious." Using "most nonspacious" or "more nonspacious" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Nonspacious" does not have a regular comparative and superlative form. It follows the pattern: - Comparative form: Nonspacious → Less spacious - Superlative form: Nonspacious → Least spacious

Expressions with similar meanings to “less spacious”

Used to describe something that has less space or room.

Example

The guest room is smaller than the living room.

Used to indicate a lack of space or roominess.

Example

The bathroom in this hotel is cramped.

Used to describe a space that is crowded or filled with too many things.

Example

The city streets were congested with traffic.

Expressions with similar meanings to “least spacious”

Used to describe something that has the least amount of space or room.

Example

The smallest bedroom is used as a home office.

Used to indicate the highest level of lack of space or roominess.

Example

The economy class seats on the plane were the most cramped.

Used to describe a space that is the most crowded or filled with too many things.

Example

During rush hour, the subway station is the most congested.

Using than with comparative “less spacious”

When using the comparative form "less spacious" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The second bedroom is less spacious than the master bedroom." Here, "than" is used to show that the second bedroom has less space compared to the master bedroom.

How can I use this expression in context?

“less spacious” and “least spacious” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Rooms

    The kitchen is less spacious than the dining area.

    The kitchen is less spacious than the dining area.

  • 2Vehicles

    The compact car is the least spacious in its class.

    The compact car is the least spacious in its class.

  • 3Buildings

    The old house is less spacious than the new one.

    The old house is less spacious than the new one.

  • 4Storage

    The small closet is the least spacious in the house.

    The small closet is the least spacious in the house.

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