1
: having abundant possessions and especially material wealth
2
a
: having high value or quality
b
: well supplied or endowed
a city rich in traditions
3
: magnificently impressive : sumptuous
4
a
: vivid and deep in color
a rich red
b
: full and mellow in tone and quality
a rich voice
c
: having a strong fragrance
rich perfumes
5
: highly productive or remunerative
a rich mine
6
a
: having abundant plant nutrients
rich soil
b
: highly seasoned, fatty, oily, or sweet
rich foods
c
: high in the combustible component
a rich fuel mixture
d
: high in some component
cholesterol-rich foods
7
8
: pure or nearly pure
rich lime
richness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of rich in a Sentence
Her investments have made her rich.
The dictionary is a rich source of information.
a rich and spicy soup
The food was a little too rich for me.
Their country has a rich cultural heritage.
This area has a rich history.
She has a rich vocabulary.
Recent Examples on the Web
And because polling director John Della Volpe has conducted the surveys for nearly a generation, this is the 47th survey the Institute of Politics has released, the poll has rich data on trends.
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David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2024
Greektown preserves its historic charm with historic buildings, churches, and landmarks that reflect the neighborhood’s rich past and architectural heritage.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 20 Apr. 2024
And in the determination etched in the faces of my immigrant parents, who raised seven children in Southern California without relinquishing our rich Syrian traditions.
—Farrah Hassen, Orange County Register, 20 Apr. 2024
Here, the historically rich accessory decorates the belt bag's strap to add that cowboy flair to any outfit.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2024
America’s approach to health care is an outlier among the world’s rich countries, and not in a good way.
—Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 20 Apr. 2024
Eighty-two rich Norwegians with a combined net wealth of about 46 billion kroner ($4.3 billion) left the country in 2022-2023, with 34 moving out last year alone, according to data from the Finance Ministry.
—Ott Ummelas, Fortune Europe, 19 Apr. 2024
Their hue is due to the island’s acidic soil, which deepens the hydrangeas’ rich color.
—Andrew Nelson, USA TODAY, 18 Apr. 2024
Inspired by Venice’s rich history of glass production, the structure artfully combines traditional Italian craftsmanship with innovative tech and cutting-edge design.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Apr. 2024
David Lauter, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2024
Greektown preserves its historic charm with historic buildings, churches, and landmarks that reflect the neighborhood’s rich past and architectural heritage.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 20 Apr. 2024
And in the determination etched in the faces of my immigrant parents, who raised seven children in Southern California without relinquishing our rich Syrian traditions.
—Farrah Hassen, Orange County Register, 20 Apr. 2024
Here, the historically rich accessory decorates the belt bag's strap to add that cowboy flair to any outfit.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2024
America’s approach to health care is an outlier among the world’s rich countries, and not in a good way.
—Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 20 Apr. 2024
Eighty-two rich Norwegians with a combined net wealth of about 46 billion kroner ($4.3 billion) left the country in 2022-2023, with 34 moving out last year alone, according to data from the Finance Ministry.
—Ott Ummelas, Fortune Europe, 19 Apr. 2024
Their hue is due to the island’s acidic soil, which deepens the hydrangeas’ rich color.
—Andrew Nelson, USA TODAY, 18 Apr. 2024
Inspired by Venice’s rich history of glass production, the structure artfully combines traditional Italian craftsmanship with innovative tech and cutting-edge design.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Apr. 2024
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“Rich.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rich. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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rich
adjective1
: having great wealth : wealthy
2
a
: having high value
a rich harvest
b
: costly sense 1, valuable
rich robes
3
4
a
: vivid and deep in color
rich red
b
: full and mellow in tone and quality
rich voice
5
: very amusing
a play with many rich lines
richness
noun
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