plenty

[ˈplɛnti]

plenty Definition

• 1. a large or sufficient amount or quantity
• 2. more than enough

Using plenty: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "plenty" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  There is plenty of food for everyone.

• Example

  We have plenty of time to finish the project.

• Example

  She has plenty of experience in this field.

• Example

  He has plenty of money to buy a new car.

plenty Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for plenty

• abundance
• sufficiency
• adequacy
• enough
• plentifulness

Antonyms for plenty

• scarcity
• insufficiency
• lack

Phrases with plenty

• plenty more fish in the sea

  there are many other people or opportunities available if one does not work out

  Example

  Don't worry about your breakup. Remember, there are plenty more fish in the sea.

• have plenty on one's plate

  to have a lot of things to deal with or be responsible for

  Example

  I can't go out tonight. I have plenty on my plate with work and family obligations.

• in plenty

  in large amounts or quantities

  Example

  The harvest this year was bountiful, with fruits and vegetables growing in plenty.

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Summary: plenty in Brief

The term 'plenty' [ˈplɛnti] refers to a large or sufficient amount or quantity, often indicating more than enough. It can function as a noun, pronoun, adverb, or determiner, as in 'There is plenty of food for everyone.' 'Plenty' extends into phrases like 'plenty more fish in the sea,' suggesting that there are many other people or opportunities available, and 'have plenty on one's plate,' meaning to have a lot of things to deal with.