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Capaciously: meaning, definitions and examples

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capaciously

 

[ kəˈpeɪʃəsli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of filling

Capaciously refers to something being done in a spacious or roomy manner. It often describes the ability to hold or accommodate a large amount. This word is frequently used in contexts involving physical space, like describing containers or environments. Additionally, it can metaphorically apply to ideas and concepts that encompass a wide range of possibilities.

Synonyms

generously, roomily, spaciously

Examples of usage

  • The suitcase was capaciously designed to fit all my clothes.
  • She capaciously articulated her thoughts during the meeting.
  • The library was capaciously built, allowing for many readers at once.

Translations

Translations of the word "capaciously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 capazmente

🇮🇳 व्यापक रूप से

🇩🇪 geräumig

🇮🇩 luasnya

🇺🇦 просторо

🇵🇱 pojemnie

🇯🇵 広々と

🇫🇷 capacité

🇪🇸 capazmente

🇹🇷 geniş bir şekilde

🇰🇷 넓게

🇸🇦 بشكل واسع

🇨🇿 prostorně

🇸🇰 priestranne

🇨🇳 宽敞地

🇸🇮 prostorno

🇮🇸 rýrt

🇰🇿 кеңінен

🇬🇪 მდიდრად

🇦🇿 geniş şəkildə

🇲🇽 ampliamente

Word origin

The word 'capaciously' originates from the adjective 'capacious,' which comes from the Latin 'capax,' meaning 'able to hold much.' The root 'capere' means 'to seize or take,' indicating the capacity to hold. This Latin word evolved through Middle English and has been used in various contexts primarily concerning physical space and metaphoric applications. The transition from the base form to the adverb 'capaciously' reflects the evolution of language towards describing not only the size but also the manner in which something can accommodate.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,961, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.