AFFLUENCE Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

affluence

noun

ˈa-(ˌ)flü-ən(t)s

Definition of affluence next

as in influx

a flowing or coming in this affluence of new students is straining an already crowded school system

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Recent Examples of affluence Boomers are a frequent Groyper target, lambasted as avatars of a bumbling, aging affluence that gambled away social stability for cultural decline. —

Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026 After all, nobody moves to the Emirates in search of democracy; the enclave’s draw has always been its reputation for safety and carefree affluence. —

Charlie Campbell, Time, 1 Apr. 2026 Since the 17th century, champagne has been associated with royalty, affluence, and prestige. —

Bianca London, Glamour, 24 Mar. 2026 In terms of quality of life — affluence, food quality and production, life expectancies, standard of living almost everywhere — the news is astoundingly good. —

Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 20 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for affluence

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influx

Noun

But according to DeMaio, there is no financial influx from the company driving this exhibition.

— Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Races for the office tend to be sleepy affairs, but this year’s contest has featured last-minute entrants, a whopping influx of cash and defections among the incumbent’s key supporters.

— Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2026