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Affluence (Noun)

Meaning

Abundant wealth; "they studied forerunners of richness or poverty"; "the richness all around unsettled him for he had expected to find poverty".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The affluence of the wealthy elite was starkly contrasted with the poverty of the working class in the city.
  • Growing up in an atmosphere of affluence had shielded her from the harsh realities of economic struggles that many people faced.
  • As a sociologist, he sought to understand the historical precursors of affluence and its role in shaping societal structures.
  • Their family's newfound affluence had brought changes to their lifestyle, but not necessarily to their values or relationships.
  • Despite being surrounded by the affluence of his wealthy friends, he couldn't help but feel out of place due to his more modest upbringing.

Synonyms

  • Richness

Hypernyms

  • Wealthiness

Hyponyms

  • Comfort

Related Words

  • Affluent (adjective)
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