plentifulness
|plen/ti/ful/ness|
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/ˈplɛntɪf(ə)lnəs/
(plentiful)
abundantly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'plentiful' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'plentevous,' where 'plente' meant 'abundance.'
Historical Evolution
'plentevous' transformed into the modern English word 'plentiful' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'full of plenty,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being plentiful; abundance.
The plentifulness of resources in the region attracted many settlers.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45