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moneyed

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈmʌniːd/

KK: /ˈmʌniːd/

adjective
Definition

Having a lot of money or wealth; often used to describe people or groups that are rich.


Example

The moneyed elite often influence political decisions.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed how some events are just filled with moneyed people?
Sloth B
Yeah, it’s like they have a whole different vibe compared to regular gatherings.
Sloth A
Right? It’s interesting to see how their priorities can be so different.
Sloth B
Totally, I sometimes wonder how it feels to be in that moneyed world.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
wealthy
affluent
prosperous
Antonyms
poor
impoverished
needy
Root Explanation

Moneyed → It is formed from "money" (from Old French *moneie*, meaning currency or wealth) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating possession or having). The word "moneyed" means having money or wealth.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who possesses 'money' — that's what 'moneyed' means, someone who has wealth.

Visually Confused Words
unmoneyed
mooneye
honeyed
moonseed
mohnseed
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