GRE Word List

AFFLUENCE

abundance of property : wealth

The meaning of the word affluence is abundance of property : wealth.

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WordMeaning
rapturean expression or manifestation of ecstasy or passion
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
awfulextremely disagreeable or objectionable
conscripta conscripted person (such as a military recruit)
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
provenderdry food for domestic animals : feed
disparageto depreciate (see depreciate
viseany of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam
boona timely benefit : blessing
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence