bountiful — existing in large quantities; abundant
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: existing in large quantities; abundant
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbaʊntɪfəl/
Example Sentences
- His grandmother's bountiful cooking always left everyone rolling on the floor from being too full.
- The tech company's bountiful benefits include free meals, massages, and even a sleeping pod.
- She had a bountiful collection of excuses for being late to work.
bountiful
ADJECTIVE[/ˈbaʊntɪfəl/]
existing in large quantities; abundant
The autumn harvest was so bountiful that baskets overflowed across the entire farm.
Beautiful blossoms become bountiful and fruitful!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English and Old French 'bounté' (goodness, kindness), which derives from Latin 'bonitas' meaning goodness or excellence. The suffix '-ful' was added to create the adjective meaning 'full of goodness or abundance'.
Breakdown
bounty (generosity, abundance) + -ful (full of, characterized by) = bountiful (full of abundance, existing in large quantities)
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📝Examples
“His grandmother's bountiful cooking always left everyone rolling on the floor from being too full.”
“The tech company's bountiful benefits include free meals, massages, and even a sleeping pod.”
“She had a bountiful collection of excuses for being late to work.”
“The library offers bountiful resources for research and study.”
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