wealthy
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adjective \ˈwel-thē also ˈwelt-thē\wealth·i·erwealth·i·est
Definition of WEALTHY
1
: having wealth : very affluent
2
: characterized by abundance : ample
— wealth·i·ly \-thə-lē\ adverb
— wealth·i·ness \-thē-nəs\ noun
See Examples of WEALTHY
- He is a wealthy entrepreneur.
- the wealthiest nations in the world
First Known Use of WEALTHY
15th century
Related to WEALTHY
- Synonyms
- affluent, deep-pocketed, fat, fat-cat, flush, loaded, moneyed (also monied), opulent, silk-stocking, rich, well-endowed, well-fixed, well-heeled, well-off, well-to-do
- Antonyms
- destitute, impecunious, impoverished, indigent, needy, penniless, penurious, poor, poverty-stricken
See Synonym Discussion at rich
Rhymes with WEALTHY
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