PLETHORIC Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

plethoric

adjective

Definition of plethoric

as in excessive

going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount the plethoric opulence of the mansions built by the robber barons

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The lack of transparency in the incentives’ application process, alongside excessive bureaucracy and uncertainty, remain issues, although Japanese industry folk have similar complaints about applying for export support.

— Gavin J Blair, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2026
The Wolf of Wall Street, the Leonardo DiCaprio and Margot Robbie movie about Belfort’s wild and excessive life as a New York stockbroker and boiler room boss, was released through Paramount Pictures.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of excessive

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Imagine being able to test how a jet engine will perform under extreme temperatures, identify when a factory machine might fail, or see how a building will respond to changing weather conditions without physically experimenting on any of them.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
The most extreme is the outdoor pool with Lucerne’s lake water (untreated), a truly icy experience undertaken naked.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of extreme

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Prosecutors said Sherman, from September 2015 through May 2025, stole nearly $18 million from her employer to pay off her extravagant credit card expenses.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
Our children were far too excited to sleep, so joined us for extravagant hot chocolates instead.

— Fergus Scholes, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of extravagant

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Chipmaking hubs Taiwan and South Korea saw steep declines, the former suffering record losses and the latter halting trading after an 8% wipeout.

— semafor.com, semafor.com, 6 Nov. 2026
The Public’s LuEsther Theater isn’t helping, with its steep raked seating so clearly set off from the deep rectangle of the stage.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2026

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