English · Adjectives
wealthier
/ˈwɛlθiər/
[/ˈwɛlθiər/]
comparative of wealthy
Beginneradjective
Definition
Comparative form of 'wealthy'. Used to compare two things, saying one is more wealthy than the other.
Example
He is wealthier than his brother.
He is wealthier than his brother.
Etymology
From 'wealthy' plus the comparative suffix '-er'. The final 'y' changes to 'i' before the suffix.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in comparisons, often followed by 'than'.