as in lavish
pouring forth in great amounts
a copious rush of words just poured out of the two friends who hadn't seen each other in years
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Recent Examples of copious
Valentine’s Day can pressure people to spend copious amounts of money on items that are usually decently priced.
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Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 13 Feb. 2025
In order to correct the deficiencies wrought by fire, copious inputs of compost are a prerequisite for bringing soil back to health.
—Joshua Siskin, Orange County Register, 8 Feb. 2025
My colleagues were more than gracious enough to take some time out of their day to taste-test copious amounts of chocolate.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2025
The tents are heated, the TP is four-ply, and there are copious luxury meats to be had.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 7 Feb. 2025
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Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 13 Feb. 2025
In order to correct the deficiencies wrought by fire, copious inputs of compost are a prerequisite for bringing soil back to health.
—Joshua Siskin, Orange County Register, 8 Feb. 2025
My colleagues were more than gracious enough to take some time out of their day to taste-test copious amounts of chocolate.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2025
The tents are heated, the TP is four-ply, and there are copious luxury meats to be had.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 7 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for copious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for copious
Adjective
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But its 11 songs are only a part of the film’s lavish musical treatment, which required an 85-piece orchestra and 60-voice choir.—
Jon Burlingame,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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Adams, a former NYPD officer and Democrat who previously registered as a Republican, was accused by federal prosecutors of taking lavish flights and hotel stays from Turkish businessmen and officials for more than a decade.—
Ivan Pereira,
ABC News,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The Nile begins its journey in Uganda, offering stunning views and abundant wildlife along the way.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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The full Dietary Guidelines for Americans on alcohol, which few Americans read, offer abundant cautions.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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Located in the 15th arrondissement and next to the Porte de Versailles Metro Station, the wine and spirits event has the advantage of associating with a city that is a vibrant international cultural center with ample restaurants and accommodation within a reasonable distance.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Umpire Dutch Rennert had a different zone (small), and umpire Eric Gregg’s zone was wide, just like his ample waist.—
Keith O'Brien,
Rolling Stone,
23 Feb. 2025
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Walk to the Mercado Coyoacán for a snack, and know that throughout the city, taco and pastry stands are plentiful.—
Emily Goligoski,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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Villa’s attacking riches are plentiful, but for all the excitement encompassing the additions made in the transfer window, arguably the most enthralling aspect of it is the talent of Ramsey and Rogers finally coalescing how Emery always imagined.—
Jacob Tanswell,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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Their sponsors said they were aimed at reducing excessive regulatory burdens and federal spending, and safeguarding Medicaid and Medicare.—
Gabriella Borter,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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In a federal complaint, the lawyer Kivel argued the state’s penalties violated his client’s Eighth Amendment rights against excessive punishment.—
William Melhado,
Sacramento Bee,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The narratively profuse mystery game Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is like living in a Bikini Kill song followed by a Phoebe Bridgers ballad.—
Harold Goldberg,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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Dodgers officials, however, have been profuse in their praise of Betts since the start of the season.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2024
Adjective
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Tourists can also enjoy the mountain town’s bountiful breweries, including Highland Brewing Company and Archetype Brewing.—
Chyna Blackmon,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Feb. 2025
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His goal against Celtic also continued another bountiful personal run — scoring past Kasper Schmeichel.—
Steve Douglas,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2025
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But if season 1 was Fleabag's hilarious, fourth-wall-breaking race to her life's nadir, season 2 brings us her glorious and riotous redemption.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
19 Feb. 2025
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There was not the same quality of opposition, but given what was at stake, the riotous procession of four uninterrupted goals basked the ground in belief.—
Beren Cross,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
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“Copious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/copious. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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