abundance
0 antonyms and opposites of abundance, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A very large supply of something; more than enough.
How to use abundance
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French abondance, tracing back to Latin abundantia ("overflowing"), from abundare, "to overflow."
Full origin of abundance →Frequently asked questions
What does “abundance” mean?
The word “abundance” means a very large supply of something; more than enough. In plain terms, so much of something that there's clearly enough, and then some.
How do you pronounce “abundance”?
“Abundance” is pronounced uh-BUHN-dns (/əˈbʌn.dn̩s/ in IPA).
How do you use “abundance” in a sentence?
Here is “abundance” used in a sentence: “The market was overflowing with an abundance of fresh fruit.”
What is another word for “abundance”?
Words with a similar meaning to “abundance” include abundation.
What part of speech is “abundance”?
“Abundance” is a noun.
Where does the word “abundance” come from?
The word “abundance” comes from Latin. From Old French abondance, tracing back to Latin abundantia ("overflowing"), from abundare, "to overflow.".
Is “abundance” a common word?
“Abundance” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between abundance and plenty?
Both mean more than enough, but 'abundance' suggests an especially large, sometimes overflowing supply and is slightly more formal. 'Plenty' is more everyday and often used with 'of,' as in 'plenty of time.'
What is the opposite of abundance?
The opposite of 'abundance' is scarcity or shortage. Where abundance means a very large supply, more than enough, scarcity means too little, and the two are frequently contrasted in economics and discussions of resources.
What preposition goes with abundance?
'Abundance' is typically followed by 'of,' as in 'an abundance of food.' The set phrase 'in abundance' is also common, meaning present in large quantities, as in 'wildlife thrives here in abundance.'
Is abundance a formal word?
'Abundance' is fairly formal and suits writing, economics, and descriptive prose. In casual speech, many people prefer 'lots of' or 'plenty of' to express the same idea.