abound
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for abound, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To exist in large numbers or amounts; to be plentiful.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use abound
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
abound in
abound with
theories abound
Etymology
From Old French abonder, tracing back to Latin abundare, "to overflow" — literally from unda, "a wave," the same root behind "abundant" and "inundate."
Full origin of abound →Frequently asked questions
What does “abound” mean?
The word “abound” means to exist in large numbers or amounts; to be plentiful. In plain terms, to be everywhere, in great supply — used for things that seem to fill a place completely.
How do you pronounce “abound”?
“Abound” is pronounced uh-BOWND (/əˈbaʊnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “abound” in a sentence?
Here is “abound” used in a sentence: “Wildlife abounds in the national park.”
What part of speech is “abound”?
“Abound” is a verb.
Where does the word “abound” come from?
The word “abound” comes from Latin. From Old French abonder, tracing back to Latin abundare, "to overflow" — literally from unda, "a wave," the same root behind "abundant" and "inundate.".
Is “abound” a common word?
“Abound” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “abound” have?
“Abound” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to exist in large numbers or amounts; to be plentiful.
