-ous
Latinfull of, having the quality of
Suffix · means "full of, having the quality of"
About the suffix -ous
A Latin suffix forming adjectives that describe possessing a quality or characteristic. It is widespread in scientific and literary vocabulary.
Roots often paired with -ous
Associated Words · 303
various
of different types; more than one; diverse
previous
coming before; earlier in time or order
dangerous
Likely to cause harm or injury
obvious
Easily seen or understood; self-evident
enormous
Extremely large in size or amount
previously
At an earlier time; before now or a specified point
tremendous
Extremely large, powerful, or impressive
curious
Eager to learn or know; strange or unusual
consciousness
The state of being aware of oneself and one's surroundings
continuous
Going on without stopping or interruption
indigenous
Native to a particular region; originating locally
anxious
Feeling worried or nervous; eagerly wanting something
conscious
Awake and aware; deliberately aware of something
generous
Willing to give freely; kind and magnanimous; larger than expected
precious
Of great value or worth; deeply cherished
ridiculous
Absurd, foolish, or deserving of mockery
mysterious
Difficult to understand or explain; having unknown qualities
ambitious
Having a strong desire for success; requiring great effort
anonymous
Having an unknown or withheld identity
cautious
Careful to avoid danger or mistakes
hazardous
Involving or posing danger or risk
fabulous
Extraordinarily good; relating to myth or legend
notorious
Widely known for something negative; infamous
vigorous
Strong, energetic, and active; done with great force or enthusiasm