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Wealth

UK /["/welθ/"]/US /["/welθ/"]/

Definition

a large amount of money, property, etc. that a person or country owns

In simple words: Having a lot of money and valuable things.

Examples

  • His wealth was evident in the luxurious car he drove.
  • Investing wisely can help you accumulate wealth over time.
  • The wealth of knowledge she gained from her experiences was invaluable.
  • Many believe that true wealth is not just about money, but also about happiness.
  • He amassed great wealth through his successful business ventures.

Usage notes

Used in contexts related to finances and economics. It can refer to material assets, but also to other forms of abundance, like knowledge. Generally positive connotation; avoid using in negative contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'wealth' as 'well' having lots of 'th' (things) around.

Collocations

  • considerable
  • enormous
  • fabulous
  • have
  • possess
  • accumulate
  • a distribution of wealth
  • a redistribution of wealth
  • considerable
  • enormous
  • fabulous
  • have
  • possess
  • accumulate
  • a distribution of wealth
  • a redistribution of wealth
  • enormous
  • great
  • immense
  • have
  • offer
  • provide
  • of … wealth

Synonyms

  • riches
  • affluence
  • assets
  • prosperity
  • opulence

Antonyms

  • poverty
  • lack

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'health' due to similarity in sound.
  • Using it in singular form incorrectly, as in 'a wealth' instead of just 'wealth'.
  • Mixing up with 'riches', which has a slightly different implication.