PLENTEOUS Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

plenteous

adjective

ˈplen-tē-əs

Definition of plenteous

as in plentiful

being more than enough without being excessive a plenteous supply of napkins for the backyard barbecue

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Recent Examples of plenteous Orton’s operation later expanded to include saxophonist Alabaster dePlume, whose part-time pursuits are too plenteous to list here, and guitar wonk Grey McMurray. — Matthew Richards, Chicago Tribune, 7 Nov. 2022 Because the communal areas of the house are voluminous and plenteous, furniture and art choices needed to skew extra large. — Charles Curkin, ELLE Decor, 13 July 2022 Early accounts say the bird used to be so plenteous that flocks would darken the sky. — Story Hinckley, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 July 2018

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Adjective

Southern California is known for its mild winters, warm summers and plentiful sunshine.

— Ben Noll, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2026
Restaurants are plentiful here, but focus your appetite on Tong Thai La Farine, the latter of which has French cakes and pastries worth every calorie.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of plentiful

Adjective

Each lockable box has a hydraulic system engineered for smooth daily operation and a roomy interior that provides ample storage for your patio cushions, gardening gear, toys, or outdoor entertaining essentials.

— Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026
There was ample evidence that football caused concussion and that concussion had serious consequences.

— Emily Harrison, STAT, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of ample

Adjective

But the attendance announced by USC — 51,144 — admittedly felt generous.

— Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
The upcoming docuseries showcases a raw record of his life from the generous, vulnerable and wisecracking side of Perry to new details about his offscreen battles with drugs and alcohol, according to the logline.

— Kalia Richardson, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of generous

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