Definition

Having more wealth than is usual or necessary, often to an excessive degree.

Example

The overrich lifestyle of some celebrities can be hard for the average person to understand.

Conversation

Have you seen that new restaurant downtown?

Yeah, I heard it's really fancy and overrich for a simple meal.

I can't believe how some places charge so much for food.

Right? It’s like they think being overrich is the only way to impress.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overrich → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "rich" (from Old English "rice", meaning powerful or wealthy). The word "overrich" means excessively wealthy or having more wealth than is usual or necessary.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'excessively' ('over-') 'wealthy' ('rich') — that's why overrich means having too much wealth.

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