abundant
UK: əˈbʌndənt | US: əˈbʌndənt
adj. existing or available in large quantities; plentiful
adj. (of a region or environment) rich in natural resources
The word "abundant" traces back to Latin abundare, meaning "to overflow" or "to be plentiful." The morpheme ab- signifies "away" or "from," while und- derives from unda (wave), metaphorically suggesting a flowing surplus. The suffix -ant forms adjectives, implying a state of being. Over time, the term evolved from literal overflowing (like waves) to figurative richness in quantity or resources.
The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.
The region is abundant in oil and minerals.
She has an abundant supply of creative ideas.
Rainfall was abundant this year, filling the reservoirs.
His speech was abundant in wisdom and humor.