plenitude — a large or sufficient amount; abundance
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a large or sufficient amount; abundance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈplenɪtuːd/
Example Sentences
- The buffet offered such a plenitude of desserts that I couldn't decide which one to try first
- The library contained a plenitude of ancient manuscripts
- My grandmother's garden always produced a plenitude of tomatoes that she couldn't even give away
plenitude
NOUN[/ˈplenɪtuːd/]
a large or sufficient amount; abundance
The harvest festival overflowed with plenitude of fruits, grains, and laughter.
Plenitude breeds gratitude, not a bitter attitude
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'plenitude' derived from 'plenus' meaning 'full' or 'complete'. The word entered English through Old French and Latin, referring to the state of being full or abundant.
Breakdown
pleni- (full, from Latin plenus) + -tude (state or condition, suffix forming abstract nouns) = plenitude (state of fullness or abundance)
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📝Examples
“The buffet offered such a plenitude of desserts that I couldn't decide which one to try first”
“The library contained a plenitude of ancient manuscripts”
“My grandmother's garden always produced a plenitude of tomatoes that she couldn't even give away”
“The conference provided a plenitude of networking opportunities”
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