wealthy
Pronunciation
Adjective
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Having a large amount of money, property, or valuable possessions.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Antonyms
Usage notes
"Wealthy" sounds slightly more formal than "rich" and is common in writing about economics or social class.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ couple donated most of their fortune to build a new hospital."
Answer: wealthy
In your own words, what does "wealthy" mean?
Having a large amount of money, property, or valuable possessions.
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