ampleness

Variant of ample

adjective ampler , amplest

  1. large in size, extent, scope, etc.; spacious; roomy
  2. more than enough; abundant
  3. enough to fulfill the needs or purpose; adequate

Origin: ME & OFr < L amplus, prob. < *amlos < IE base *am-, to contain

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