abundance
A very large quantity of something that is more than enough. It describes the state of having plenty or a surplus of resources, qualities, or objects.
Exemplos
3 de 5There was an abundance of fresh fruit at the local market this morning.
There was an abundance of fresh fruit at the local market this morning.
The region is known for its abundance of natural minerals and rare gems.
The region is known for its abundance of natural minerals and rare gems.
We've got an abundance of snacks for the movie night, so don't bring anything.
We've got an abundance of snacks for the movie night, so don't bring anything.
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of a 'bun' (bread) doing a 'dance'. If you have an abundance of buns, they are so many they are practically dancing around you!
Quiz rápido
The tropical island has an ______ of exotic wildlife that attracts thousands of tourists.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: abundance
Exemplos
There was an abundance of fresh fruit at the local market this morning.
everydayThere was an abundance of fresh fruit at the local market this morning.
The region is known for its abundance of natural minerals and rare gems.
formalThe region is known for its abundance of natural minerals and rare gems.
We've got an abundance of snacks for the movie night, so don't bring anything.
informalWe've got an abundance of snacks for the movie night, so don't bring anything.
The research highlights an abundance of evidence supporting current climate change theories.
academicThe research highlights an abundance of evidence supporting current climate change theories.
The new startup faced an abundance of opportunities in the emerging green tech market.
businessThe new startup faced an abundance of opportunities in the emerging green tech market.
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
in abundance
in abundance
an abundance of caution
an abundance of caution
land of abundance
land of abundance
Frequentemente confundido com
Abundance is the noun (the state of having plenty), while abundant is the adjective (describing something that exists in large quantities).
Abandon means to leave something behind or give up, which is unrelated to the quantity of items.
Notas de uso
Abundance is typically followed by the preposition 'of'. It generally carries a positive connotation, suggesting wealth or health, unlike 'excess' which can imply too much of something negative.
Erros comuns
Learners often mistakenly use 'abundance' as a verb; the correct verb form is 'abound'. Another common error is using it without the preposition 'of' when followed by a noun.
Dica de memorização
Think of a 'bun' (bread) doing a 'dance'. If you have an abundance of buns, they are so many they are practically dancing around you!
Origem da palavra
From the Latin 'abundantia', meaning 'fullness' or 'overflowing', derived from 'abundare' (to overflow).
Padrões gramaticais
Contexto cultural
In Western history and art, the 'cornucopia' or 'horn of plenty' is the most common symbol representing abundance and a successful harvest.
Quiz rápido
The tropical island has an ______ of exotic wildlife that attracts thousands of tourists.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: abundance
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