Bountiful

Pronunciation: /ˈbaʊntɪfəl/

Definitions of bountiful

adjective meaning plentiful; abundant

Example Sentences

A1 The farmer's field was bountiful with ripe fruits and vegetables.

A2 She was grateful for the bountiful harvest that would sustain her family through the winter.

B1 The region is known for its bountiful natural resources, attracting tourists from all over the world.

B2 The bountiful buffet at the wedding reception left everyone feeling satisfied and happy.

C1 The bountiful opportunities in the city drew people from far and wide in search of a better life.

C2 Her bountiful generosity knew no bounds, as she donated large sums of money to various charities.

Examples of bountiful in a Sentence

formal The region is known for its bountiful harvests of wheat and barley.

informal My grandmother's garden is always bountiful with fresh vegetables.

slang The party was bountiful with free food and drinks.

figurative Her heart was bountiful with love for all creatures big and small.

Grammatical Forms of bountiful

• past tense: bountified
• plural: bountifuls
• comparative: more bountiful
• superlative: most bountiful
• present tense: bountifies
• future tense: will be bountiful
• perfect tense: has been bountiful
• continuous tense: is being bountiful
• singular: bountiful
• positive degree: very bountiful
• infinitive: to bountify
• gerund: bountifying
• participle: bountifying

Origin and Evolution of bountiful

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'bountiful' originated from the Middle English word 'bountevol' which was derived from the Old French word 'bonteivole' meaning 'generous'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'bountiful' has retained its meaning of being plentiful or abundant, but has also come to be used in a more figurative sense to describe someone who is generous or giving.