abundance

noun

abun·​dance ə-ˈbən-dən(t)s How to pronounce abundance (audio)
1
: an ample quantity : an abundant amount : profusion
a city that has an abundance of fine restaurants
2
: affluence, wealth
a life of abundance
3
: relative degree of plentifulness
low abundances of uranium and thoriumH. C. Urey

Examples of abundance in a Sentence

a plant with an abundance of flowers a plant known for the abundance of its flowers
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Such landscapes were once common in North America — both in the west (where prairie dog colonies provided an abundance of holes) and in Florida (where the owls generally dig their own). Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 The equinox is a moment to savor abundance while preparing for leaner days ahead. Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2025 Resources for Parents and Educators While there is an abundance of information online about vaccines, not all of it is accurate, backed by scientific evidence, or trustworthy. Sherri Gordon, Parents, 18 Sep. 2025 This abundance and ease of access to 7-OH is leading, clinicians in the region say, to more patients seeking treatment for 7-OH abuse. Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for abundance

Word History

Etymology

Middle English aboundaunce, habundaunce, borrowed from Anglo-French abundance, habundance, borrowed from Latin abundantia, noun derivative of abundant-, abundans abundant

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of abundance was in the 14th century

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“Abundance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/abundance. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.

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abundance

noun
abun·​dance ə-ˈbən-dən(t)s How to pronounce abundance (audio)
1
: a large quantity : plenty
2

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