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ample Antonyms

Opposite of ample

Because the opposite of ample shifts with each meaning, the 20 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Enough or more than enough; plentiful and fully sufficient to meet a need or purpose.

Usage Example

"The committee provided insufficient evidence to support the new environmental policy."

Strongest
insufficient
meager
scarce
scanty
Strong
inadequate
sparse
paltry
deficient

• adjective (Context 2)

Large in size, extent, or capacity; spacious and accommodating.

Usage Example

"The library features an cramped reading room with high ceilings and natural light."

Strongest
cramped
Strong
narrow
small
confined
tight
diminutive

• adjective (Context 3)

Full or rounded in figure or physique; stout.

Usage Example

"The portrait depicted a cheerful merchant with a ruddy complexion and an slender waist."

Strongest
slender
slim
thin
Strong
lean
slight
gaunt

Similar words to ample

Words similar to ample shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

plentiful
spacious
roomy
full-figured
abundant
commodious
capacious
copious
See all synonyms of ample

• Nearby Words

amped
amphetamine
amphisbaenian
ample
ampleness
amplification
amplifier

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Ample. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/ample
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