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abundant

Adjective

IPA /əˈbʌndənt/

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Available or present in such large amounts that there is plenty for what is needed.

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abundant/əˈbʌndənt/

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An abundant supply means there is plenty available.

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Fresh fruit is abundant at the market during summer.
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abundant — Available or present in such large amounts that there is plenty for what is needed.

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Available or present in such large amounts that there is plenty for what is needed.

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Word origin

From Latin abundare, meaning to overflow, related to unda, meaning a wave.

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Abundant often describes a supply, evidence or natural resources.

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