richness

Everyday

1. Being full of something good: rich colour, sound, taste or detail. tree →
2. Being very full of goodness for growing, as in the richness of the soil. tree →
3. (rare) Being wealthy; usually we say «wealth». tree →

In the lessons

In science and geography, the richness of soil helps crops grow, and «species richness» means how many kinds of living things live in a place. In art and music, richness of colour or sound. In cooking, the richness of a cake means it is full of butter and sugar.

Examples

• The richness of the chocolate cake made me feel full. tree →
• The richness of the soil helps the farmer's crops. tree →
• The rainforest has a great richness of wildlife. tree →
• We admired the richness of the colours in the painting. tree →
• The richness of his voice filled the hall. tree →
• Shakespeare added to the richness of English. tree →
• There is no great richness of invention manifested in the stories which deal with the outwitting of evil spirits. tree →

Note

From «rich» + «-ness». Uncountable. For money, say «wealth».

In Jewish tradition

In the Psalm it means freshness and healthy fullness, like a tree that stays green.

Interpretation. Tradition reads this verse as describing the righteous, who remain fruitful and strong even in old age.

Examples

• They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be full of sap and richness; (Writings PSA.92.15, JPS 1917) tree →

Note

From «rich» + «-ness». Uncountable. For money, say «wealth».