aplenty
Americanadjective
adverb
adjective
Etymology
Origin of aplenty
Explanation
Aplenty means "in abundance," so if you are buying tons of chips and candy for your party, you can tell your friends there will be snacks aplenty. When there's more than enough of something, it can be described as aplenty. There are dogs aplenty at the dogpark on a sunny day, and mashed potatoes aplenty on the table at Thanksgiving. This word is a postpositive adjective — like abreast or galore, aplenty always goes after the noun it's describing. It may sound a little old-fashioned, but there are occasions aplenty when it's the perfect word to use.
Example Sentences
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There are morally and ethically dubious questions aplenty.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
Gil set the formal limit at 12 tents, but there were “trespassers” aplenty, turning up after close, leaving before open, or not.
From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026
Those seeking artistic treasure in the Golden State will find riches aplenty at two fairs that opened yesterday in Los Angeles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
With Farrell rolling the dice in his selection - dropping James Lowe as well as giving Cian Prendergast a rare start - there were interesting subplots aplenty as the game neared.
From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026
It aint that we was so much apantin to fite, wed had aplenty of fitin.
From "Across Five Aprils" by Irene Hunt
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