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affluent

/ˈæf.lu.ənt/adjective

Having plenty of money and a comfortable way of life.

Example sentences

  • “They live in an affluent suburb with large houses and good schools.”
  • “The store targets affluent shoppers who buy luxury brands.”
  • “Affluent families often spend more on private tutoring.”

More formal than 'rich' and often used about places or groups: affluent neighborhoods, affluent consumers. The noun is 'affluence'.

Synonyms for affluent

Antonyms

  • poor
  • impoverished
  • needy

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