wealthy
|wealth/y|
B2
/ˈwɛlθi/
rich
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wealthy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'welthy', where 'wealth' meant 'well-being' and '-y' was a suffix indicating a state or condition.
Historical Evolution
'welthy' transformed into the modern English word 'wealthy'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having well-being or prosperity', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a great deal of money or resources'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a great deal of money, resources, or assets; rich.
The wealthy businessman donated millions to charity.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40