bounteous

adjective

ˈbau̇n-tē-əs How to pronounce bounteous (audio)
Definition of bounteousnext
1
as in plentiful
being more than enough without being excessive offered a bounteous reward for finding the lost ring

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2
as in generous
giving or sharing in abundance and without hesitation a bounteous king who made sure all his subjects were well-fed

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Recent Examples of bounteous But an Oasis show doesn’t offer the attempts of, say, a Coldplay show to offer a more bounteous joy. — Chris Willman, Variety, 8 Sep. 2025 As captured in a fan video posted to social media, Roerig surprised Kebbel with a bounteous bouquet of flowers at I Was Feeling Epic 3 on April 6, and the couple then shared a sweet kiss. — Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 14 Apr. 2025 Despite its bounteous proportions, the ProArt P16 is light enough to stow in a bookbag and go on an impromptu photoshoot. — PCMAG, 13 Oct. 2024 Like McGonagall, Smith’s Violet Crawley became a bounteous source of memes. — Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 27 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for bounteous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bounteous
  1. plentiful
  2. generous
  3. ample
  4. charitable
  5. bountiful
Adjective
  • From baskets to desk organizers, the options are plentiful, and they’re priced right.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The café is takeout only with plentiful seating indoors and theoretically outdoors.
    — Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of plentiful
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  • One tier down from Dithaba (both fiscally and geographically), Kapano is a few minutes’ walk down a dusty hill and follows a similar format, with four generous-sized rooms veering off the communal pool, bar, and alfresco deck dining area.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Venus connects with Jupiter, supporting a generous exchange with someone who sees possibilities from a different angle.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of generous
Adjective
  • There are two communal tubs with sauna and cold plunge features—one for mixed bathing, and one for women only—four private tubs, and ample opportunities for such treatments as salt scrubs, thai massages, hot stone massage, and foot soaks.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The large side patio has ample seating and umbrellas, plus string lighting that sets the atmosphere at night.
    — Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of ample
Adjective
  • The patron saint of charitable societies, he is primarily recognized for his charity and compassion for the poor, though he is also known for his reform of the clergy and for his early role in opposing Jansenism.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Tax law changes have prompted businesses to reconsider their charitable strategies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of charitable
Adjective
  • The luxury emporium has maintained its status as among the most elegant stores in the world, through both bountiful and challenging times.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Inside the new terminal, natural light is bountiful, and the mid-century design pays homage to Old Hollywood.
    — Annita Katee, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
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“Bounteous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bounteous. Accessed 6 Nov. 2026.

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