cornucopian

adjective

Definition of cornucopiannext
1
as in plentiful
being more than enough without being excessive there were cornucopian profits for the last three quarters

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2
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cornucopian
  1. plentiful
  2. prolific
  3. ample
  4. fertile
  5. generous
  6. rich
  7. abundant
Adjective
  • Keep your eyes peeled at your next flea market or antique shop—vintage magazine racks are surprisingly plentiful.
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026
  • In Romania, some heat and drought-resistant crops like sunflowers have been less affected by the extreme conditions and yields have been plentiful.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of plentiful
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  • Semenyo had already completed a prolific season in England’s Premier League, scoring 17 league goals to take over boyhood idol Tony Yeboah’s long-standing record for most scored by a Ghanaian in a single season.
    — Andrew McNicol, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Domingo, the prolific actor with an Emmy win and two Oscar and Tony nominations, is set to receive the Vantage Award.
    — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of prolific
Adjective
  • The calm guest bedrooms all spill onto patios or balconies, while a bunkroom with double beds offers ample space for both children and adults.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2026
  • More than a third of them are in Texas, where ample oil and gas resources and a historically forgiving regulatory environment had developers rushing to erect data centers as fast as they can be built and powered.
    — Matt Day, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of ample
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  • By menopause – which typically happens between the ages of 45 and 55 – the remaining eggs are not fertile.
    — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
  • There are fields of white silence, fertile ground for the imagination to shift them around, find matches or mismatches, wonder about sequences or connections.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of fertile
Adjective
  • The lovely pool at the top of the property has a generous sunbathing area and fabulous views over the city and there’s a 24/7 gym up there with an al fresco area kitted out with brand new TechnoGym machines.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The Accord nameplate is known for its generous cabin space in the midsize car segment and sporty driving dynamics.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of generous
Adjective
  • That nutritional profile has made sardines a particularly popular choice among people looking to add more nutrient-rich foods to their diets.
    — Olivia LaBorde, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The analysis is particularly striking in Indian Creek, where the golf course sits at the heart of an enclave whose 41 homeowners include some of the world’s richest people.
    — Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of rich
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  • Pious femininity was being acted out with costumes, makeup, and abundant use of amen.
    — Robin Givhan, Vanity Fair, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Although bacteria are the most abundant members, the gut is also home to archaea, fungi, viruses, and other agents.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of abundant

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“Cornucopian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cornucopian. Accessed 20 Aug. 2026.

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