B2 verb Neutre

abundant

/əˈbʌn.dənt/

Existing or available in large quantities; more than enough. It is used to describe a plentiful supply of something, often natural resources or evidence.

Exemples

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1

The garden provides abundant fresh vegetables for the whole family during the summer.

The garden provides plenty of fresh vegetables for the whole family during the summer.

2

The country is characterized by its abundant natural resources and mineral wealth.

The nation is known for its plentiful natural resources and mineral riches.

3

Don't worry about the party; we have abundant drinks and snacks for everyone.

Do not worry about the party; we have more than enough drinks and snacks for everyone.

Famille de mots

Nom
abundance
Verb
abound
Adverbe
abundantly
Adjectif
abundant
Apparenté
superabundance
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'A Bun Dance'—imagine a dance where there are so many buns (bread) falling from the sky that everyone has plenty to eat.

Quiz rapide

The tropical rainforest is home to ________ wildlife and rare plant species.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : abundant

Exemples

1

The garden provides abundant fresh vegetables for the whole family during the summer.

everyday

The garden provides plenty of fresh vegetables for the whole family during the summer.

2

The country is characterized by its abundant natural resources and mineral wealth.

formal

The nation is known for its plentiful natural resources and mineral riches.

3

Don't worry about the party; we have abundant drinks and snacks for everyone.

informal

Do not worry about the party; we have more than enough drinks and snacks for everyone.

4

There is abundant evidence to suggest that the climate is changing rapidly due to human activity.

academic

There is extensive evidence suggesting that the climate is changing fast because of humans.

5

The region offers abundant opportunities for tech startups looking for low-cost office space.

business

The area provides many opportunities for tech companies looking for cheap offices.

Famille de mots

Nom
abundance
Verb
abound
Adverbe
abundantly
Adjectif
abundant
Apparenté
superabundance

Collocations courantes

abundant supply a large amount of something available
abundant evidence many proofs or signs that something is true
abundant rainfall a large amount of rain
abundant wildlife many different animals living in an area
abundant resources plentiful materials or wealth

Phrases Courantes

abundant caution

being extremely careful to avoid any risk

live in abundance

to have a very wealthy or comfortable lifestyle

in abundant measure

in very large amounts

Souvent confondu avec

abundant vs abandon

Abandon is a verb meaning to leave something behind, while abundant is an adjective meaning plentiful.

abundant vs redundant

Redundant means something is no longer needed or extra, whereas abundant simply means there is a lot of it (usually a positive thing).

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Notes d'usage

Abundant is most frequently used to describe tangible things like food, water, or resources, but it can also describe abstract concepts like evidence or opportunities.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners sometimes use 'abundant' as a noun; remember that the noun form is 'abundance'. Also, do not confuse it with 'abound', which is the verb form.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'A Bun Dance'—imagine a dance where there are so many buns (bread) falling from the sky that everyone has plenty to eat.

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Origine du mot

From the Latin 'abundare', which means 'to overflow', derived from 'unda' meaning 'wave'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as an attributive adjective before a noun (e.g., abundant water). Used as a predicative adjective after a linking verb (e.g., The resources are abundant).
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Contexte culturel

In Western literature, 'abundant' is often used in the context of the 'horn of plenty' (cornucopia), symbolizing a harvest with more than enough food.

Quiz rapide

The tropical rainforest is home to ________ wildlife and rare plant species.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : abundant

Mots lis

pale

A1

Describes something that has very little color or is much lighter than usual. It is often used to describe a person's face when they are ill or a color that is mixed with a lot of white.

lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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