1
: large amounts of money and possessions
He acquired riches [=wealth] and fame.
2
: good things that are available to use or choose
We live in a culture that offers many riches.
With so many fine restaurants in the city, diners are faced with an embarrassment of riches. [=there are so many fine restaurants that it is difficult to choose one]
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“Riches.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/riches. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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