Meaning & use
rich vocabulary
A large and varied stock of words that a person knows and can use accurately and effectively.
See it in a sentence
Reading widely as a child helped her develop a rich vocabulary she still draws on today.
The essay was praised for its rich vocabulary and precise, varied word choice.
A note on using this word
Having a rich vocabulary means more than knowing many words; it also means choosing the right word for each context.
Words with a similar meaning
extensive vocabulary
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Words with an opposite meaning
limited vocabulary
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