affluence Meaning & Definition
What Does Affluence Mean?
Affluence is a noun that means An abundant flow or supply. It is also used to mean An abundance of wealth.
Affluence: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈæf.lu.əns/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Synonyms | richness and richdom |
| Antonyms | indigence |
| Plural | affluences |
Affluence Definition (Noun)
- An abundant flow or supply.
- An abundance of wealth.
His affluence was surpassed by no man.
- A moderate level of wealth.
They had achieved affluence, but aspired to true wealth.
- An influx.
Synonyms of Affluence
Affluence synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Affluence
Affluence in a Sentence
His affluence was surpassed by no man.
They had achieved affluence, but aspired to true wealth.
Word Forms & Grammar
affluence (countable and uncountable, plural affluences)
Origin of Affluence
Origin 1: From Old French affluence, from Latin affluentia.
Origin 2: Only relation to antonym indigence is common Latinate suffix; affluence only acquired sense of wealth in 16th century English and French, while indigentia meant “poverty” or “lack” in Latin.
How to Pronounce Affluence
Affluence is pronounced /ˈæf.lu.əns/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (æf).
Frequently Asked Questions About Affluence
What part of speech is affluence?
Affluence is a noun.
What is another word for affluence?
You can replace affluence with words such as richness and richdom. See the full list of affluence synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of affluence?
The opposite of affluence is indigence.
What is the plural of affluence?
The plural of affluence is affluences.