abundance

noun

abun·​dance ə-ˈbən-dən(t)s How to pronounce abundance (audio)
Synonyms of abundance
1
: an ample quantity : an abundant amount : profusion
a city that has an abundance of fine restaurants
2
: affluence, wealth
a life of abundance
3
: relative degree of plentifulness
… low abundances of uranium and thorium.—H. C. Urey

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a plant with an abundance of flowers a plant known for the abundance of its flowers
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Wishing you an abundance of simple joys and quiet moments of happiness. — Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026 The idea that America is the land of abundance while Europe runs on a scarcity mindset is a cliché for a reason. — Thomas Chatterton Williams, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026 This part of the Maldives is known for its healthy coral gardens, enormous schools of reef fish, 100-strong pods of dolphins, abundance of sea turtles, and sensational channel dives. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 June 2026 Americans have traditionally embraced a lifestyle of abundance, believing that hard work and ambition would lead to greater prosperity. — Steven Delco, Hartford Courant, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for abundance

Word History

Etymology

Middle English aboundaunce, habundaunce, borrowed from Anglo-French abundance, habundance, borrowed from Latin abundantia, noun derivative of abundant-, abundans abundant

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of abundance was in the 14th century

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“Abundance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/abundance. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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abundance

noun
abun·​dance ə-ˈbən-dən(t)s How to pronounce abundance (audio)
1
: a large quantity : plenty
2
: wealth sense 1

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