English · Culture & Society
wealth
/welθ/
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abundance of money
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A large amount of money, property, or valuable possessions. It can also mean a great quantity of something good.
Example
The family's wealth was built over generations through trade in spices and fine silk.
The family's wealth was built over generations through trade in spices and fine silk.
Etymology
From Middle English 'welthe', from 'wele' (well-being), related to 'well'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in economics and everyday discussion of money.