Definition

The quality of being generous and abundant, often in terms of giving or providing resources.

Example

The bountifulness of the harvest ensured that everyone in the village had enough food for the winter.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the bountifulness of nature around us?

Absolutely! It's amazing how much food and beauty it provides without asking for anything in return.

I know, right? The bountifulness really makes me appreciate the environment more.

Same here! We should do more to protect what we have.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bountifulness → It is formed from "bountiful" (from Middle English *bounteful*, meaning generous or plentiful) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "bountifulness" refers to the state of being generous or plentiful.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bountiful' meaning generous or plentiful, and remember that '-ness' indicates a state or quality. So, bountifulness is the quality of being generous or plentiful.

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