copious
Group 3Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Abundant in supply or quantity GRE
Example in Context
The researcher took copious notes during the interview, filling three notebooks with observations that would later prove invaluable.
Synonyms
plentyabundantample
Etymology
Derived from Latin for plenty, it suggests an overflowing supply.
- copia (Latin) — plenty
Memory Aid
📄Sounds like “copy us”
Imagine a teacher shouting 'COPY US!' as papers spill everywhere, showing a COPIOUS amount!
Visual Association
🌾Fields overflowing with golden wheat, representing an abundant harvest.
Semantic Clusters
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “copious” mean on the GRE?
copious (adjective) means “Abundant in supply or quantity”. The researcher took copious notes during the interview, filling three notebooks with observations that would later prove invaluable.
How to remember “copious” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “copious” sounds like “copy us”. Imagine a teacher shouting 'COPY US!' as papers spill everywhere, showing a COPIOUS amount!
What are synonyms for “copious”?
Common synonyms: plenty, abundant, ample.