Definition of plentiful
1 : containing or yielding plenty a plentiful land
2 : characterized by, constituting, or existing in plenty
plentifulness
nounFrom the M-W Editors
Examples of plentiful in a Sentence
Gasoline won't always be cheap and plentiful.
Space is plentiful enough for several homes.
Natural gas is a plentiful resource.
These vegetables are a plentiful source of vitamins.
Recent Examples of plentiful from the Web
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Even in regions of the U.S. where coal is plentiful, electric utilities are increasingly shifting to cheaper, cleaner-burning natural gas.
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Members will find themselves in good and plentiful company.
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Norway’s small population and plentiful, cheap hydroelectricity help, too.
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Even in regions of the US where coal is plentiful, electric utilities are increasingly shifting to cheaper, cleaner-burning natural gas.
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The array of desserts were plentiful — the most delicious, in my opinion, being a decadent brownie laden with chocolate chips.
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Mariposa lilies and other lily species should be plentiful, too.
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Great bar, plentiful outdoor seating with view of Gulf Shores Public Beach and Gulf.
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Never has the liquor — tequila’s smokier, rougher parent spirit — been more visible, plentiful or popular.
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15th Century
First Known Use of plentiful
15th century
Synonym Discussion of plentiful
PLENTIFUL Defined for English Language Learners
plentiful
playDefinition of plentiful for English Language Learners
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: present in large amounts
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: containing or giving large amounts of something
PLENTIFUL Defined for Kids
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