Definition

A state of having a large amount of something; an abundance or a lot of something.

Example

The plentifulness of food during the harvest season made everyone happy.

Conversation

Have you noticed the plentifulness of fruits at the market lately?

Yeah, it's amazing! I love this time of year.

I know, right? It's like nature's way of showing off.

For sure! I'm planning to make a big fruit salad this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Plentifulness is formed from "plentiful" (from Middle English *plentifull*, meaning abundant) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state of being abundant or having a lot of something.

Memory Tip

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

Visually Confused Words