Abound

Pronunciation: /əˈbaʊnd/

Definitions of abound

verb to exist in large numbers or amounts; to be plentiful

Example Sentences

A1 In the forest, berries abound in the summertime.

A2 Opportunities for learning abound in this city.

B1 Resources for research abound in the university library.

B2 Creativity and innovation abound in the startup industry.

C1 Opinions and perspectives abound in the academic community.

C2 Artistic talent and expression abound in this cultural hub.

Examples of abound in a Sentence

formal Opportunities abound for investment in the growing technology sector.

informal There are plenty of job opportunities abounding in the city.

slang Good vibes abound at the music festival this weekend.

figurative Hope can abound even in the darkest of times.

Grammatical Forms of abound

• past tense: abounded
• plural: abound
• comparative: more abundant
• superlative: most abundant
• present tense: abound
• future tense: will abound
• perfect tense: have abounded
• continuous tense: is abounding
• singular: abounds
• positive degree: abound
• infinitive: to abound
• gerund: abounding
• participle: abounding

Origin and Evolution of abound

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Middle English, Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'abound' originated from the Middle English word 'abounden' which came from the Old French word 'abonder' meaning 'to overflow'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe overflowing or excess, the meaning of 'abound' has evolved to signify a plentiful or abundant supply of something.