wealth
UK: welθ | US: welθ
n. an abundance of valuable possessions or money
n. the state of being rich; material prosperity
n. a plentiful supply of a particular desirable thing (e.g., "a wealth of information")
wealth = weal<well-being> + th<noun suffix>
- weal (from Old English wela, meaning "well-being, riches")
- th (a noun-forming suffix in Old English, indicating state or condition)
Etymology Origin:
The word "wealth" traces back to Old English wela, which originally meant "well-being" or "prosperity." Over time, the suffix -th (akin to -ness) was added to form welth, later standardized as "wealth." The term evolved from a general sense of well-being to specifically denote material riches, reflecting societal shifts where economic resources became central to prosperity.
His family’s wealth allowed him to travel the world.
The region is known for its wealth of natural resources.
She values knowledge more than material wealth.
The book provides a wealth of practical advice.
True wealth includes health and happiness, not just money.