rich
UK: rɪtʃ | US: rɪtʃ
adj. having abundant possessions or resources; wealthy
adj. containing valuable or desirable qualities (e.g., rich soil)
adj. elaborate or luxurious (e.g., rich decorations)
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The word rich traces back to Old English rīċe ("powerful, wealthy"), derived from Proto-Germanic rīkijaz, which itself stems from Proto-Celtic rīxs ("king")—a root shared with Latin rex ("king"). The semantic shift from "powerful/ruling" to "wealthy" reflects the historical association between political authority and material abundance.
She became rich after investing in technology startups.
The cake was rich in flavor, with layers of chocolate and cream.
The museum displayed rich tapestries from the Renaissance era.
His rich baritone voice captivated the audience.
The soil here is rich, perfect for growing vegetables.