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wealthy

adjective B2 Formal

Meaning

The term "wealthy" describes individuals or groups that possess a significant amount of money or valuable resources, often leading to a comfortable lifestyle.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "wealthy" with "rich"; while they are similar, "wealthy" often implies a more stable and long-term financial status.

Example Sentences

My uncle is very wealthy because he owns several businesses .
The wealthy businessman donated money to support local schools .

Word in Context

Every morning , Mr . Yilmaz walks to the small park near his house to drink coffee on a bench . He is wealthy , but he enjoys seeing children play and talking to neighbors more than shopping for expensive things . People often assume his life is busy because he owns several businesses , yet he spends a lot of time reading newspapers and watching the birds . Sometimes he helps organize a small charity that supports the local school , and everyone in the neighborhood knows him for his quiet kindness . On sunny days he sits for an hour on the same bench , enjoying both the peace and the familiar faces .

Common Phrases

wealthy individuals wealthy countries wealthy lifestyle

Synonyms

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