Word
wealthier
Phoneticswealth·i·er
US/ˈwɛɫθiɝ/
UK/wˈɛlθɪɐ/
Definition
adj. having more money, property, or valuable things than someone else. It is the form you use when comparing two people or groups to see who is richer.
adj. the comparative form of 'wealthy'; possessing a greater quantity of financial assets, property, or resources than another entity. Often used to compare the economic status of nations or social classes.
Examples
“The wealthier family lives in a much larger house.”
“As the city developed, wealthier residents began moving into the newly renovated apartments downtown.”
“Economists often observe that wealthier nations have a greater capacity to invest in sustainable energy infrastructure compared to developing economies facing immediate debt obligations.”
Examples
simple
“The wealthier family lives in a much larger house.”
contextual
“As the city developed, wealthier residents began moving into the newly renovated apartments downtown.”
complex
“Economists often observe that wealthier nations have a greater capacity to invest in sustainable energy infrastructure compared to developing economies facing immediate debt obligations.”
Usage
Comparative adjective — typically followed by 'than' when making a direct comparison.
Pitfall
He is more wealthier than his brother.
He is wealthier than his brother.
Wealthier is already a comparative form; adding 'more' is a double comparison error.
Scan code
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