Definition

Having more wealth or resources than someone else or compared to a previous state.

Example

After the successful business deal, he felt much richer than before.

Conversation

Have you noticed that some people seem to get richer every year?

Yeah, it's crazy how fast some businesses grow.

I wonder what their secret is to becoming richer so quickly.

Maybe they just take more risks than the rest of us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Richer → It is formed from "rich" (from Old English "rice", meaning powerful or wealthy) and "-er" (meaning a person who or more). The word "richer" means more wealthy or possessing greater wealth than another.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'more wealthy' — 'rich' refers to wealth, and '-er' indicates a comparison, so richer means having more wealth.

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