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cornucopian

adjective

Definition of cornucopian

as in plentiful

being more than enough without being excessive there were cornucopian profits for the last three quarters

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as in prolific

producing abundantly one of the most cornucopian sources of all of literature, the legend of King Arthur has inspired everything from epic poems to musical dramas

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Recent Examples of cornucopian One prominent critic, academic economist Julian Simon, argued for what came to be called the cornucopian view, which held that the only limits to growth were imagination and ingenuity. — The Conversation, 16 Mar. 2026 Simon’s cornucopian vision, with all its faith in ingenuity, was fueled by a seemingly endless supply of new people, bringing fresh minds and innovative ideas. — Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025

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Adjective

No one forces us to perform the role, the financial rewards for those who make the international list are considerable, and for the most part the enjoyment found on the field makes up for the plentiful aggro off it.

— Graham Scott, New York Times, 23 July 2026
With a representative sample of exoplanets in the galaxy, scientists can more accurately determine if planets like Earth are rare or plentiful.

— Elijah Tan, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 July 2026

Definition of plentiful

Adjective

Glasner completed a degree in economics during his playing career with SV Ried, while Schlager is a prolific reader.

— Paul Taylor, New York Times, 30 July 2026
The album’s cover seems to answer that question by featuring three masters of modern media who are known for being prolific.

— Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026

Definition of prolific

Adjective

Compared to the more compact Leven Deli, where tourists and downtown employees meet for lunch and coffee, the newer Leven Supply has ample room to wander and find food to take to a picnic, potluck or cookout.

— Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 21 July 2026
The bottoms have zippered pockets on the hips, rear, and thighs, providing ample space for trail snacks.

— Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026

Definition of ample

Adjective

This is a remarkable change from just two years ago, when state and local policy makers were competing to see who could award the more generous subsidies, and even waiving local zoning, to attract data centers.

— John Kostyack, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
One art form that might seem implacably hostile to such tactics is opera, whose complex fusion of singing, stagecraft, orchestra, and costumes usually depends on generous fly space, wings, and an ample pit.

— Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026

Definition of generous

Adjective

Designed to be charming and romantic, rooms have a B&B feel with canopy beds, rich drapery, plush chairs, hardwood floors, and walls adorned with chair rail and crown molding.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Each spoonful was rich and silky, with creamy vanilla pudding coating tender banana slices and vanilla wafers that soaked up enough sweetness to become cake-like.

— Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of rich

Adjective

Along the Adriatic coast, once abundant with mussels, nearly all have died off because of the sea temperatures that at times have exceeded 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit).

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026
Basic necessities—dairy, rice, staples where supply is abundant and quality reliable—have become a hunt for the best price.

— Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 29 July 2026

Definition of abundant

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