Copious
Copious
Copious (/ˈkoʊpiəs/), derived from the Latin word 'copiosus', meaning abundant or plentiful, is an adjective used to describe a large quantity or number, often in a manner that is abundant or plentiful.
Etymology
The term 'copious' originates from the Latin word 'copiosus', which is derived from 'copia' meaning 'abundance' or 'plenty'. It was first used in the English language in the 14th century.
Related Terms
- Abundant: Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful.
- Plentiful: Existing in or yielding great quantities; abundant.
- Profuse: (especially of something offered or discharged) exuberantly plentiful; abundant.
- Ample: Enough or more than enough; plentiful.
- Bountiful: Large in quantity; abundant.
Usage
The term 'copious' is often used in medical literature to describe an abundant or excessive amount of a particular substance or symptom. For example, a patient may have copious amounts of sweat, or a wound may produce copious amounts of pus.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Copious
- Wikipedia's article - Copious
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