richness
The state or quality of being richThe state or quality of being rich; wealthiness, wealth, riches.
» He promised me richness and happiness.
Meaning
5 senses(uncountable, usually)The state or quality of being rich; wealthiness, wealth, riches.
Reichtum
бога́тствоbogátstvo
(uncountable, usually)The state of having many examples or cases; abundance; profusion.
(uncountable, usually)The number of types in a community.
(countable, usually)The result or product of being rich.
the property of a sensation that is rich and pleasing
(countable, usually)Synonym of richess (“A group of martens.”)
Examples
13 sentencesHe promised me richness and happiness.
His richness of expression is unbounded.
Avocado adds richness to a dish.
Your perspective adds depth and richness to discussions.
Algeria's journey since gaining independence has been one of resilience, progress, and cultural richness.
Translations
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Origin
Inherited from Middle English richenesse; by surface analysis, rich + -ness.Inherited from Middle English richenesse; by surface analysis, rich + -ness.
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Forms
plural: richnesses| Singular | richness |
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Synonyms
13 synonyms- the property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth:ranknessprolificacyfertility
- abundant wealth:affluence
- the property of a sensation that is rich and pleasing:fullnessmellowness
- the property of being extremely abundant:profusionprofusenesscornucopia
- splendid or imposing in size or appearance:impressivenessgrandnessmagnificence
Word family
3 related wordsLessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable