abundance
noun
Simple meaning
The property of a more than adequate quantity or supply.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
əˈbʌndəns
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Definition
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noun
The property of a more than adequate quantity or supply
An overflowing fullness or ample sufficiency; profusion; copious supply; superfluity; plentifulness.
A large quantity; many.
Wealth; affluence; plentiful amount of resources.
Frequency, amount, ratio of something within a given environment or sample.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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This meaning: The property of a more than adequate quantity or supply
'Abundance' refers to a large quantity or a generous supply of something. It suggests more than enough, often implying prosperity or richness. It's a positive word, unlike 'excess' which can sometimes imply too much of a bad thing.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Matter-of-fact
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Where you'll really hear it
Nature Documentary
“The rainforest is home to an abundance of diverse wildlife.”
Economic Report
“The region enjoys an abundance of natural resources.”
Gardening Advice
“With proper care, your garden will yield an abundance of fresh produce.”
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More ways to use abundance
- “An age of abundance.”noun
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