ample
adjective C1
Plain meaning
more than enough
Exam-register meaning
sufficient or abundant in quantity, space, time, or evidence
In context
naturalWe have ample time to review the answers.
examThere is ample evidence that early intervention can improve literacy outcomes.
Common collocations
ample evidenceample opportunityample time
Watch out
Do not use “ample of”; say “ample evidence” or “an ample amount of evidence.”
Word family
ample (adjective)amply (adverb)