better-off

[bet-er-awf, -of]

adjective

1. being in better circumstances, especially economically.

   Only the better-off nations can afford to send probes into space.

Word History and Origins

Origin of better off¹

First recorded in 1860–65

Idioms and Phrases

In a more favorable position or financial circumstances. For example, They were better off flying than driving there, or They were better off than most of their neighbors. This phrase is the comparative form of well off. [Mid-1800s]