Pronunciation: /rɪtʃ/

Definitions of rich

noun a wealthy person

Example Sentences

A1 I want to be rich when I grow up.

A2 The rich often have extravagant lifestyles.

B1 Being rich doesn't necessarily mean being happy.

B2 The rich have the means to make a difference in the world.

C1 The rich are often criticized for their wealth and privilege.

C2 Some of the world's richest individuals have pledged to donate their wealth to charitable causes.

adjective having a great deal of money or assets; wealthy

Example Sentences

A1 She has a rich imagination.

A2 The soil in this area is rich in nutrients.

B1 He comes from a rich family.

B2 The museum has a rich collection of ancient artifacts.

C1 The novel is rich in symbolism and themes.

C2 The painting is a rich tapestry of colors and emotions.

Examples of rich in a Sentence

formal The wealthy businessman was known for his rich investments in the stock market.

informal She comes from a rich family and never has to worry about money.

slang That new car of his is so rich, he must be making bank.

figurative The author's writing style is so rich with detail that you can picture every scene vividly.

Grammatical Forms of rich

past tense

enriched

plural

riches

comparative

richer

superlative

richest

present tense

rich

future tense

will be rich

perfect tense

have been rich

continuous tense

being rich

singular

rich

positive degree

rich

infinitive

to enrich

gerund

enriching

participle

enriched

Origin and Evolution of rich

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'rich' originated from the Old English word 'rīċe' which meant powerful or mighty.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'rich' evolved to refer to possessing wealth or abundance of resources.