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ampleness

|am-ple-ness|

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/ˈæmplnəs/

(ample)

more than enough

Base FormComparativeComparativeSuperlativeSuperlative
ampleamplermore ampleamplestmost ample
Etymology
Etymology Information

'ampleness' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amplus,' where 'amplus' meant 'large, spacious.'

Historical Evolution

'amplus' transformed into the Old French word 'ample,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ample' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'large or spacious,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'abundance or copiousness.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality of being ample; abundance or copiousness.

The ampleness of the harvest ensured that no one went hungry.

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Last updated: 2025/07/23 17:06