wealth

noun

ˈwelth How to pronounce wealth (audio)
Definition of wealthnext
1
as in assets
the total of one's money and property her wealth increased to the point where she could afford several luxurious homes

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2
as in loads
a considerable amount a wealth of advice from all quarters on how they should spend their lottery winnings

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3
as in abundance
an amount or supply more than sufficient to meet one's needs a wealth of documentation to support her thesis

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Recent Examples of wealth Traditionally associated with wealth planning and travel freedom, investment migration is increasingly becoming part of a broader competition for globally mobile entrepreneurs, investors and high-value talent. — Armand Arton, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 These targets include the personal business interests of Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) officials, as well as the energy infrastructure that allows these leaders to pillage state revenues as a source of personal wealth. — Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 18 Aug. 2026 In an age of relentless scrutiny, even immense wealth offers no refuge from the public eye. — Charlie Campbell, Time, 18 Aug. 2026 That makes the move less about replacing Miami and more about positioning the firm for the changing geography of wealth in South Florida. — Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wealth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wealth
  1. assets
  2. loads
  3. abundance
  4. capital
  5. ton
  6. fortune
  7. slew
  8. money
Noun
  • Dre in 2023 sold a collection of music income streams and other assets to Shamrock Holdings and Universal Music Group for more than $200 million.
    — Todd Spangler, Variety, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The national debt, at $40 trillion, is equivalent to almost 85% of all retirement assets in the United States.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of assets
Noun
  • The team must improve the fabrication process, scale up the laser power, and determine whether the ceramic waveguides can maintain their optical performance under much higher loads.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The rocket planes tested reaction-control systems for maneuvering where the air was too thin for normal aerodynamic controls, while gathering data on heating, stability, structural loads, human performance and piloting techniques during reentry.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of loads
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  • This exciting university city emanates a vibrant, youthful energy that’s reflected in its abundance of top-notch restaurants, cafés, and bars.
    — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Business leaders have played a role in creating this marketplace of abundance.
    — Janet Linly, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of abundance
Noun
  • Iran’s economy was in a poor state before the war too, with dire economic conditions a key driving factor behind the anti-regime demonstrations which kicked off in the Iranian capital Tehran in 2025.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
  • As the world has become less secure, Lagarde said on Wednesday, capital flows into Europe have been put at risk.
    — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of capital
Noun
  • Naperville received 3,000 tons secured from the CMS bid and 4,000 tons through an emergency procurement with Midwest Salt.
    — Steve Zalusky, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The trio gives Fort Worth-area football fans what should be a trio of contenders and a ton of high-stakes playoff matchups within a reasonable distance.
    — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of ton
Noun
  • Jerry, a chemist who made a fortune in real estate, needed some last-minute maneuvering to complete the deal.
    — Law Murray, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Its fortunes dwindled, however, thanks in part to the rise of the internet and digital music services like iTunes.
    — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of fortune
Noun
  • Behind a slew of Burton buckets, the Valkyries were able to slim the disadvantage to 54-41 by the end of the third quarter.
    — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Connecting people with clinical trials is complicated — even if people identify a promising match, there’s a slew of potentially thorny factors, including geographic incompatibility, and financial and time considerations.
    — Michelle Andrews, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of slew
Noun
  • Commissioners say that the ruling will actually save consumers money in the long run, and that the more efficient tires are better for the environment.
    — Tom Wait, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • If the patient is dosed less than what’s on the label, drugmakers generally get less money.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
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