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Definition of wealth

wealth

/wɛlθ/
wealth

Adverb:wealthily
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Adjective:wealthy
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1

An abundance of valuable possessions, money, or financial assets owned by an individual, community, or country.

Example

"The family accumulated considerable wealth through decades of real estate investment."


2

A plentiful supply or large amount of a particular desirable thing or quality.

Example

"The new director brings a wealth of practical experience to the organization."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English welthe, formed from wele ('well-being, prosperity', from Old English wela) and the abstract noun suffix -th, on the pattern of health.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wealth. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wealth
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