rich

modif.

1. Possessed of wealth

   wealthy, affluent, well-to-do, moneyed, prosperous, opulent, comfortable, well-off, well provided for, in easy circumstances, worth a bundle*, well-fixed*, well-heeled*, loaded*, made of money*, rolling in dough*, in clover*, on easy street*, flush*, in the money*, in the chips*.

   Antonyms poor*, poverty-stricken*, destitute. *

2. Sumptuous

   luxurious, opulent, lavish, costly, elegant, magnificent, resplendent, elaborate, embellished, ornate, expensive, deluxe, chic, smart, stylish, fancy, splendid, superb, gorgeous, valuable, precious, extravagant, grand, lush, posh*, plush*, classy*, ritzy*, swank*, swanky*, snazzy*, swell*, high-class*, spiffy*, sharp*, tony*, high-toned*, upscale*. *

   Antonyms cheap*, plain*, simple. *

3. Fertile

   exuberant, lush, productive, copious, plentiful, generous, fruitful, profuse, luxuriant, teeming, abundant, prolific, fecund, fruit-bearing, bearing, propagating, yielding, breeding, superabounding, prodigal; see also fertile 1.

   Antonyms sterile*, unfruitful*, barren. *

4. Abounding in butter, cream, sugar, spices, etc.

   heavy, luscious, sweet, creamy, buttery, fatty, oily, juicy, succulent, fattening, satisfying, filling, oversweet, cloying, spicy, savory, piquant; see also delicious 1.

   Antonyms light, plain, low-fat.

5. Laughable

   absurd, preposterous, ridiculous, funny, amusing, entertaining, queer, odd, strange, diverting, droll, comical, ludicrous, farcical, humorous, incongruous, foolish, killing*, sidesplitting*. *

6. Full; said of sounds or voices

   deep, mellow, sonorous; see harmonious 1, loud 1.

7. Vivid; said of colors

   deep, intense, vibrant, strong; see bright 2.

rich is the general word for one who has more money, possessions, or income-producing property than is necessary to satisfy normal needs; wealthy adds to this connotation of grand living, influence in the community, a tradition of richness, etc.; affluent suggests a continuing increase of riches and a high standard of living an affluent suburb; opulent suggests the possession of great wealth as displayed in luxurious or ostentatious living an opulent mansion; well-to-do implies sufficient prosperity for easy living

rich

n.