Abundant
easyuh-BUN-dunt
adjective
Definition
Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful
Examples
“The region is known for its abundant natural resources.”
“Evidence of ancient settlements is abundant throughout the valley.”
Categories
GRE Tip
Abundant is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "plentiful" or "copious" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "scarce".
Related GRE Words
copious
Abundant in supply or quantity
plentiful
Existing in or yielding great quantities; abundant
bountiful
Large in quantity; abundant; giving generously
profuse
Produced or given in large amounts; plentiful
prolific
Producing much fruit, foliage, or many offspring; producing abundant works or results
enormous
Very large in size, quantity, or extent
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