Richest: meaning, definitions and examples
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richest
[ ˈrɪtʃɪst ]
wealth, status
Richest refers to having the most wealth or resources compared to others. This term is often used to describe individuals, families, or countries that possess the greatest amount of financial assets or valuable properties.
Synonyms
most affluent, most prosperous, wealthiest.
Examples of usage
- He is the richest man in the world.
- The richest countries invest heavily in technology.
- She is one of the richest women in the entertainment industry.
- The richest neighborhoods have the highest property values.
Translations
Translations of the word "richest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais rico
🇮🇳 सबसे अमीर
🇩🇪 reichsten
🇮🇩 terkaya
🇺🇦 найбагатший
🇵🇱 najbogatszy
🇯🇵 最も裕福な
🇫🇷 le plus riche
🇪🇸 el más rico
🇹🇷 en zengin
🇰🇷 가장 부유한
🇸🇦 الأغنى
🇨🇿 nejbohatší
🇸🇰 najbohatší
🇨🇳 最富有的
🇸🇮 najbogatejši
🇮🇸 rikasti
🇰🇿 ең бай
🇬🇪 ყველაზე მდიდარი
🇦🇿 ən varlı
🇲🇽 el más rico
Etymology
The word 'richest' is derived from the Middle English word 'riche', which comes from the Old English 'rīce', meaning 'powerful', 'wealthy', or 'prosperous'. This term has Germanic origins, ultimately tracing back to the Proto-Germanic word '*rīkanaz', which also signified 'rich' or 'powerful'. Over centuries, the word has evolved in usage and meaning but has consistently been associated with the abundance of wealth. The comparative form 'richest' emerged as the language evolved, allowing speakers to describe someone or something as having more money or resources than others. Its usage has expanded to include various contexts such as individuals, companies, and nations, reflecting a broader interpretation of wealth that encompasses not just monetary value but also assets and influence.