Abundance

Pronunciation: /əˈbʌndəns/

Definitions of abundance

noun a very large quantity of something; plentifulness

Example Sentences

A1 There is an abundance of fruits in the market.

A2 The garden was filled with an abundance of colorful flowers.

B1 The region is known for its abundance of natural resources.

B2 The restaurant offers an abundance of options on its menu.

C1 The wealthy businessman lived in abundance, surrounded by luxury.

C2 Her generosity knew no bounds, as she shared her abundance with those in need.

Examples of abundance in a Sentence

formal The region is known for its abundance of natural resources.

informal There's an abundance of food at the party, so make sure to come hungry!

slang I hit the jackpot at the thrift store - found an abundance of cool stuff.

figurative Her kindness and generosity overflowed like an abundance of sunshine.

Grammatical Forms of abundance

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

Origin and Evolution of abundance

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'abundance' originated from the Latin word 'abundantia', which means 'overflowing'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'abundance' has evolved to not only signify a large quantity or amount of something, but also to represent prosperity, wealth, and plenty in various contexts.