Synonyms for

Affluent

Verb / ˈæflu:ʌnt / Another word for affluent — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Wealthy or rich; having a lot of money or possessions.

Synonyms & similar words

flush wealthy tributary feeder loaded distributary moneyed confluent wealthy rich prosperous well-to-do loaded well-off moneyed opulent comfortable well-heeled flush well-endowed well-fixed well-supplied abundant plentiful luxuriant sumptuous lavish high-end

Synonyms by register

Formal

wealthy prosperous well-to-do rich

Informal

well-off loaded well-heeled moneyed

Literary

opulent sumptuous lavish

Antonyms

poor impoverished needy destitute penniless broke indigent

Common collocations

  • affluent society
  • affluent neighborhood
  • affluent lifestyle
  • affluent family
  • affluent area
  • affluent country
  • affluent population

Word family

noun affluence
adverb affluently

Usage note

Often used to describe a society or group of people rather than an individual. It implies a high standard of living and material comfort.

Example sentences

  1. The family was very affluent and could afford to travel to exotic locations.
  2. The company was so affluent that it donated a lot of money to charity.
  3. The affluent guests at the party were all wearing designer clothes.
  4. The affluent businessman drove a fancy sports car.
  5. She grew up in an affluent family and never had to worry about money.

Quotes

  • The affluent society, with relentless single-minded energy, is turning our cities, most of suburbia and most of our roadways into the most affluent slum on earth. - Lewis Mumford
  • The affluent society has built its own walls around itself, and struggles now to see the other America. - Michael Harrington
  • The affluent worker is more interested in quality of work and time off, not just money. - Paul Hawken

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