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For the SAT and college: the words of the SAT’s reading passages. 1,119 words, A to Z.

9 words match “ample”

  • ample adjective

    more than enough

    There was ample food at the Dashain feast for every guest.

    Like plentiful, abundant, sufficient

  • abundant adjective

    existing in large amounts, more than enough

    Fresh water is abundant in Nepal because of its many rivers.

    Like plentiful, ample, copious

  • archetype noun

    a perfect, typical example of a certain kind of person or thing

    The wise old teacher is an archetype found in many folk tales.

    Like model, prototype, epitome

  • copious adjective

    very large in amount or number, more than is usual

    She took copious notes during the history lecture.

    Like abundant, plentiful, ample

  • epitome noun

    a perfect example of a quality or type

    The tidy, well-labeled lab was the epitome of good organization.

    Like embodiment, model, essence

  • epitomize verb

    to be a perfect example of something

    The long-distance runner epitomizes patience and hard work.

    Like embody, typify, exemplify

  • exemplify verb

    to be a typical example of something

    The terraced fields exemplify how farmers adapt to steep hills.

    Like illustrate, typify, represent

  • precedent noun

    an earlier event or decision used as an example for later ones

    Giving one class an extra holiday would set a precedent for the others.

    Like example, model

  • quintessential adjective

    being the most typical or perfect example of something

    Dal bhat is the quintessential Nepali meal, eaten twice a day by many families.

    Like typical, classic, archetypal