abundance

noun

abun·​dance ə-ˈbən-dən(t)s 

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

Synonyms

• loads
• plenty
• ton
• wealth
• quantity
• slew
• dozen
• deal
• lot
• pile
• bunch
• chunk

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

When cap space is at an abundance but impact players aren’t as readily available on the trade and free-agent market, acquiring high-end talent becomes a bigger win than ever. —Harman Dayal, New York Times, 11 July 2025

An abundance of useful assets is far more powerful than a small number of exquisite ones. —Charles Beames, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025

The abundance of Russian music this season taps into political themes that remain stunningly relevant. —Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2025

Our top five resorts in Texas are all scenic sanctuaries in or nearby the state’s biggest cities, offering an abundance of activities for visitors looking for relaxation and recreation. —Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025

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

Phrases Containing abundance

• in abundance

Rhymes for abundance

• overabundance
• superabundance

Kids Definition

abundance

noun

abun·​dance ə-ˈbən-dən(t)s 

1

: a large quantity : plenty

2

: wealth sense 1