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"Ample" vs. "enough": comparing abundance and sufficiency
Lloyd Cooper 29/10/2024, 23:27English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "ample" and "enough" are used to describe a sufficient quantity or degree of something.
What is different?
"Enough" indicates a sufficient quantity, often just adequately meeting a requirement. "Ample" suggests more than enough and often conveys a sense of abundance or generosity.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Ample- There is ample space in the new apartment for our furniture.
- She was given ample time to complete the project.
- The garden receives ample sunlight throughout the day.
- Do we have enough chairs for everyone?
- She didn't have enough money to buy the dress.
- Make sure you get enough rest before the trip.
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