abundance

noun

abun·​dance ə-ˈbən-dən(t)s How to pronounce abundance (audio)
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 thoriumH. C. Urey

Examples of abundance in a Sentence

a plant with an abundance of flowers a plant known for the abundance of its flowers
Recent Examples on the Web With a beam of almost 38 feet, Lady A offers an abundance of space onboard, too. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2024 While the hotel has no spa, pool, or fitness center, Cameron Park, which has an abundance of paths for running or walking, is just a mile-and-a-half away. Jeff Chu, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2024 Anyone seeking additional proof that the 2024 Oscars were rooted in a bigger-is-better vibe, look no further than the abundance of high-jewelry choices seen on the red carpet and inside the Dolby Theatre. Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2024 South Carolina is often referred to as the Palmetto State, so named for the abundance of the trees in the area, but it could just as easily be dubbed the Barrier Island State. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2024 There’s an abundance of fast food restaurants in predominantly Black and Latino neighborhoods – the lower the median incomes, the more not-so-healthy yet affordable food options there are. Shaun Harper, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 From the community garden to Festival Blooms (which creates 2-D designs using living blooms), there's an abundance of different global gardens and plant displays to explore—like the orchid world showcase or even Garden Italiano, which is focused entirely on Tuscan produce and herbs. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Feb. 2024 Three bedrooms and two bathrooms are packed into just over 1,900 square feet of living space boasting white, cream and beige interiors complemented by hardwood floors, high ceilings and plentiful windows allowing for an abundance of natural light. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2024 On February 5, out of an abundance of caution, Sargento voluntarily recalled the products that were supplied by Rizo-Lopez Foods Inc. and products that were packaged on the same lines. Kate Gibson, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2024

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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

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

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Cite this Entry

“Abundance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/abundance. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

abundance

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

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