Meaning of the word rich in English

What does rich mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rich

US /rɪtʃ/

UK /rɪtʃ/

having a lot of money or possessions; wealthy

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He became rich after investing in technology stocks.

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The country is rich in natural resources.

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wealthy affluent prosperous well-off opulent

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poor impoverished destitute needy penniless

containing a large amount of a desirable substance or quality

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The soil is rich in nutrients, perfect for growing vegetables.

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The sauce had a wonderfully rich flavor.

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abundant plentiful generous full intense

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poor sparse weak bland

(of colors or sounds) deep and strong

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The painting featured rich, vibrant blues and reds.

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His voice had a deep, rich tone.

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deep vibrant intense full mellow

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pale faint weak thin

wealthy people collectively

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The government should do more to help the poor, not just the rich.

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The new tax policy will affect both the rich and the middle class.

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the wealthy the affluent the privileged the well-to-do

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poor needy impoverished

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