affluent
UK: /ˈæf.lu.ənt/ | US: /ˈæf.lu.ənt/
adj. having a great deal of money; wealthy
adj. (of water) flowing freely or in great quantity
affluent = af<to, toward> + flu<flow> + ent<adjective suffix>
- af (variant of "ad," from Latin ad, meaning "to, toward")
- flu (from Latin fluere, meaning "to flow")
- ent (Latin-derived suffix forming adjectives, indicating "having the quality of")
Etymology Origin:
The word "affluent" traces back to Latin affluere ("to flow toward"), combining ad- (toward) and fluere (to flow). Originally describing literal flowing (e.g., rivers), it later metaphorically extended to wealth "flowing" abundantly to a person or place. This dual meaning reflects the logical progression from physical movement to abstract abundance.
The affluent neighborhood was filled with luxury cars and mansions.
The river became more affluent after the heavy rains.
Affluent investors often diversify their portfolios globally.
Her affluent lifestyle allowed her to travel frequently.
The region is affluent in natural resources.