affluent
Translation
affluent, wealthy, rich
Examples
He comes from an affluent family.
He comes from an affluent family.
They live in an affluent neighborhood.
They live in an affluent neighbourhood.
Grammar Patterns
an affluent ((noun)) an affluent (sth.) She grew up in an affluent suburb.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wealthy, rich, prosperous; Antonyms: poor, impoverished
Etymology
From Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'fluere' (to flow). Describes a state where wealth is 'flowing to' someone.
Memory Tips
The '-ent' suffix often marks an adjective. It describes someone who has 'affluence'.