Is 'abundant' formal or informal?

What's the difference between 'abundant' and 'plentiful'?

How is 'abundant' different from 'plentiful'?

How do I use 'abundant' in a sentence?

Can 'abundant' describe both countable and uncountable nouns?

Is 'abundant' used in business writing?

Is 'abundant' common in academic writing?

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abundant

/əˈbʌndənt/

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adjective

Existing or available in very large quantities; more than enough.

The region has abundant water and fertile soil.
There is abundant evidence to support the theory.

Adinary Nuance

Distinguish 'abundant' from near-synonyms: 'plentiful' and 'ample' are similar in meaning, but 'abundant' suggests a larger, often striking quantity. Writers may choose 'abundant' when emphasizing generous or overwhelming amounts rather than just adequacy.

In other languages

Spanish: Abundante
Japanese: 豊富な
Korean: 豊富한
Vietnamese: Dồi dào
Chinese: 丰富的

Common phrases

abundant natural resourcesabundant supplyabundant evidenceabundant rainfall

Synonyms

plentiful ample copious bountiful teeming

Related words

plenty ample copious rich bountiful

Frequently asked questions

Is 'abundant' formal or informal?: Is 'abundant' formal or informal?
What's the difference between 'abundant' and 'plentiful'?: How is 'abundant' different from 'plentiful'?
How do I use 'abundant' in a sentence?: Can 'abundant' describe both countable and uncountable nouns?
Is 'abundant' used in business writing?: Is 'abundant' common in academic writing?