plentiful — Existing in large quantities; abundant and more than adequate in amount or supply. Available in such great amounts that there is no shortage or lack.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Existing in large quantities; abundant and more than adequate in amount or supply. Available in such great amounts that there is no shortage or lack.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈplentɪfəl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's garden has plentiful tomatoes, but somehow I still end up buying them at the store.
- The ocean provides plentiful fish for the coastal communities.
- During exam season, coffee shops have plentiful stressed students but scarce available seats.
plentiful
ADJECTIVE[/ˈplentɪfəl/]
Existing in large quantities; abundant and more than adequate in amount or supply. Available in such great amounts that there is no shortage or lack.
Existing in large quantities; abundant and more than adequate in amount or supply. Available in such great amounts that there is no shortage or lack.
The dutiful gardener's work makes harvest both plentiful and beautiful!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English, derived from 'plenty' plus the suffix '-ful'. 'Plenty' comes from Latin 'plenus' meaning 'full' or 'complete'.
Breakdown
plenty (from Latin plenus = full) + -ful (suffix meaning 'characterized by' or 'full of')
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's garden has plentiful tomatoes, but somehow I still end up buying them at the store.”
“The ocean provides plentiful fish for the coastal communities.”
“During exam season, coffee shops have plentiful stressed students but scarce available seats.”
“The region is blessed with plentiful natural resources.”
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