WELL-OFF Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

well-off

adjective

ˈwel-ˈȯf

Definition of well-off

as in wealthy

having goods, property, or money in abundance a well-off couple adopted the baby

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Recent Examples of well-off Experts have, however, raised concerns that the initiative could disproportionately benefit well-off Americans. — Callum Sutherland, Time, 6 July 2026 There the whole family encounters their corresponding foils from the well-off Oleson family, but Laura and Mary's encounter with young Nellie proves the most explosive. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 3 July 2026 Kyiv has focused many of its attacks on refineries and storage facilities supplying gas to Moscow’s residents, likely looking to impose as big of a cost on Russia’s most influential and well-off populace. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 June 2026 And many of the ones who can certainly can’t afford not to sell if some well-off New Yorkers, or techsters from Silicon Valley, or Hollywood types want to give them a month of bills for their tickets. — Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for well-off

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And one health care consultancy that finds doctors and mental health care for wealthy families charges retainers starting at $30,000 for 50 hours.

— Molly A. Wallace, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
As trust in America weakens further, other wealthy nations will make the same calculation.

— Fareed Zakaria, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of wealthy

Adjective

Counties where richer arrivals or the departure of lower earners drove the improvement were set aside.

— Amy L. Wong, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
Kodal Minerals plans to expand its lithium business across West Africa, betting the gold-rich region can become a major supplier of the battery metal, Reuters reported.

— Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of rich

Adjective

Founder Philip Manghisi tested the market through seasonal pop-ups before committing to a permanent location, citing Park City’s affluent customer base and limited luxury retail competition.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2026
During his stint as president from 2006 to 2010, the company sold predominantly $200 and $300 jeans to affluent department-store shoppers with household incomes around $250,000.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of affluent

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