Wealthy
/ˈwɛl.θi/noun
Having a great deal of money, resources, or assets.
Did you know?The word 'wealth' is derived from an Old English term meaning 'well-being' and was once tied closely to health and happiness, not just riches.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*welþa
“A state of being well, thriving, or prosperous.”
Old English
OE
wela
“Well-being, prosperity; a state of happiness and health.”
Middle English
ME
welthe
“Prosperity, riches, or abundance.”
14th Century
ME
wealth
“Accumulated riches or resources; the quality of being prosperous.”
Modern English
English
wealthy
“Characterized by having abundant financial resources.”