Definitions
- Describing a large amount of something, often in excess. - Referring to an abundance of something that is plentiful and overflowing. - Talking about something that is rich, full, or extensive in detail or content.
- Referring to a sufficient or satisfactory amount of something. - Describing something that is generous, plentiful, or enough to meet one's needs. - Talking about something that is spacious, roomy, or large enough for a particular purpose.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a large quantity or amount of something.
- 2Both words can be used to indicate sufficiency or satisfaction.
- 3Both words can be used to describe physical space or size.
- 4Both words can be used to describe something that is plentiful or abundant.
- 5Both words can be used to describe something that is more than enough.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Copious implies a larger or more excessive amount than ample.
- 2Abundance: Copious suggests an overflowing or excessive amount, while ample suggests a sufficient or satisfactory amount.
- 3Detail: Copious can refer to a large amount of detail or content, while ample does not have this connotation.
- 4Usage: Copious is often used to describe written or spoken language, while ample is more commonly used to describe physical space or quantity.
- 5Formality: Copious is more formal and academic than ample, which is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Remember this!
Copious and ample are synonyms that both describe a large quantity or amount of something. However, copious implies an excessive or overflowing amount, while ample suggests a sufficient or satisfactory amount. Additionally, copious can refer to a large amount of detail or content, while ample is more commonly used to describe physical space or quantity.
