abounding
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /əˈbaʊndɪŋ/
KK: /əˈbaʊndɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Existing in large amounts; plentiful or abundant.
Example
The garden was abounding with colorful flowers in the spring.
Conversation
I love exploring nature trails; the views are always so beautiful.
Absolutely! The greenery is abounding this time of year.
I noticed that too; it really makes the hike more enjoyable.
Yeah, especially with all the flowers blooming everywhere!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
plentiful
copious
bountiful
Antonyms
scarce
limited
meager
verb
Definition
To exist in large numbers or amounts; to be plentiful or abundant.
Example
The garden was abounding with colorful flowers in the spring.
Tense Forms
Past: abounded
Past Participle: abounded
Conversation
I heard the garden is abounding with flowers this spring.
That's awesome! I can't wait to see all the colors.
Yeah, it should look amazing with everything abounding everywhere.
Root Explanation
Abounding is formed from "abound" (from Old French *abonder*, meaning to overflow or be plentiful) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating a continuous action or state). The word "abounding" means being in a state of overflowing or plentiful existence.
Memory Tip
Imagine a situation where something is overflowing or plentiful — that's what 'abounding' means, reflecting a continuous state of abundance.
Visually Confused Words
bounding
bonding
boundingly
astounding
wounding
sounding
rounding
pounding