copioso

copious

adjective koh-PYOH-zoh Rare

Origin: From Latin copiosus, from copia (abundance).

Also means

abundant

Usage Note

Copioso means present in large quantities. It follows the regular four-form pattern: copioso (m sg), copiosa (f sg), copiosi (m pl), copiose (f pl). It is a somewhat formal or literary adjective; the everyday alternative is abbondante. A pasto copioso is a generous, hearty meal.

Examples

"Ha piovuto in modo copioso tutta la notte."

Natural Translation

It rained copiously all night.

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