affluence
noun C2
Plain meaning
the state of having a lot of money and comfort
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe the state of having a lot of money and comfort, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned affluence as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines affluence in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear affluenceevidence of affluencewidespread affluence
Watch out
Do not use “affluence” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.