bonanza
UK: bəˈnæn.zə | US: bəˈnæn.zə
n. a situation or event that creates a sudden increase in wealth, success, or good fortune
n. (historical) a rich vein of ore in mining
n. (figurative) an abundant source of something desirable
bonanza = bon<good> + anza<abundance>
- bon (from Spanish "bueno," meaning "good")
- anza (from Spanish "-anza," a suffix denoting abundance or a large quantity, derived from Latin "-antia")
Etymology Origin:
The word "bonanza" entered English in the mid-19th century during the California Gold Rush, borrowed from Spanish miners who used it to describe a rich vein of ore. The Spanish term itself traces back to Latin "bonus" (good) combined with the suffix "-antia," implying a state of abundance. Over time, its meaning expanded metaphorically to signify any windfall or stroke of luck.
The discovery of oil was a bonanza for the small town.
The tech startup struck bonanza with its innovative app.
Farmers celebrated the bonanza harvest after years of drought.
The lottery winner described the prize as a financial bonanza.
Historians note the silver bonanza that fueled Spain’s economy in the 16th century.