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Elizabeth Blackwell

Meaning of "riches" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF RICHES

riches  [ˈrɪtʃɪz] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF RICHES

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Riches is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES RICHES MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Riches

Riches may refer to: ▪ Wealth ▪ The Riches ▪ C. T. Hurry Riches, Locomotive Superintendent of the Rhymney Railway from 1906 ▪ Norman Riches, Welsh cricketer ▪ Tom Hurry Riches, Locomotive Superintendent of the Taff Vale Railway, 1873–1910 ▪ Riches, a 1988 album by Deacon Blue ▪ Riches & More, a compilation album by Deacon Blue...

Definition of riches in the English dictionary

The definition of riches in the dictionary is wealth; an abundance of money, valuable possessions, or property.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH RICHES


Arches
ˈɑːtʃɪz
backbenches
ˌbækˈbɛntʃɪz
bear´s-breeches
ˌbeəzˈbriːtʃɪz
breeches
ˈbrɪtʃɪz
britches
ˈbrɪtʃɪz
bunches
ˈbʌntʃɪz
chiz
tʃɪz
conchies
ˈkɒntʃɪz
cross-benches
ˈkrɒsˌbentʃɪz
duchies
ˈdʌtʃɪz
laches
ˈlætʃɪz
Marches
ˈmɑːtʃɪz
munchies
ˈmʌntʃɪz
reaches
ˈriːtʃɪz
scratches
ˈskrætʃɪz
trenches
ˈtrɛntʃɪz

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE RICHES

rich tea biscuit
Richard
Richard I
Richard II
Richard III
Richard Roe
Richards
Richardson
Richardson´s ground squirrel
Richelieu
Richelieu River
richen
richesse
Richler
richly
Richmond
Richmond-upon-Thames
richness
richt

WORDS THAT END LIKE RICHES

batten down the hatches
cartes blanches
clutches
column inches
Court of Arches
Darwin´s finches
Dutchman´s-breeches
from rags to riches
in stitches
knee breeches
nouveaux riches
Opposition benches
pull one´s punches
riding breeches
rimes riches
sons of bitches
the Marches
too big for one´s breeches
under hatches
World Council of Churches

Synonyms and antonyms of riches in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «RICHES»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «riches» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of riches

Translation of «riches» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF RICHES

Find out the translation of riches to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of riches from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «riches» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

财富
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

riquezas
570 millions of speakers

English

riches
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

धन
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

ثروات
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

богатство
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

riquezas
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ধন
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

richesse
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Kekayaan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Reichtümer
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Kasugihan
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

giàu có
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

செல்வம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

संपत्ती
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

zenginlik
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

ricchezze
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

bogactwo
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

багатство
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

bogății
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

πλούτη
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

rykdom
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

rikedom
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

rikdom
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of riches

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «RICHES»

The term «riches» is very widely used and occupies the 18.172 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «RICHES» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «riches» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «riches» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about riches

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10 QUOTES WITH «RICHES»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word riches.
1
Steven Adler
You can have all the riches and success in the world, but if you don't have your health, you have nothing.
2
Akhenaton
To be satisfied with a little, is the greatest wisdom; and he that increaseth his riches, increaseth his cares; but a contented mind is a hidden treasure, and trouble findeth it not.
3
Shawn Amos
Memphis is the place where rock was born and Martin Luther King, Jr., was killed. It's full of contradictions, abject poverty, and riches that only music can provide.
4
Gamaliel Bailey
Never respect men merely for their riches, but rather for their philanthropy; we do not value the sun for its height, but for its use.
5
Ernie Banks
The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money.
6
Elizabeth Blackwell
It is not easy to be a pioneer - but oh, it is fascinating! I would not trade one moment, even the worst moment, for all the riches in the world.
7
David Brainerd
Worldly pleasures, such as flow from greatness, riches, honours, and sensual gratifications, are infinitely worse than none.
8
Fanny Burney
To despise riches, may, indeed, be philosophic, but to dispense them worthily, must surely be more beneficial to mankind.
9
Richard Burton
A man that hoards up riches and enjoys them not, is like an ass that carries gold and eats thistles.
10
Robert Burton
Worldly wealth is the Devil's bait; and those whose minds feed upon riches recede, in general, from real happiness, in proportion as their stores increase, as the moon, when she is fullest, is farthest from the sun.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «RICHES»

Discover the use of riches in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to riches and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Internet Riches: The Simple Money-Making Secrets of Online ...
In this strategy-packed guide, top e-business consultant Scott Fox reveals the powerful but simple methods for striking it rich on the Net.
Scott FOX, 2008
2
From Debt to Riches: Steps to Financial Success
With simple tips and tricks, this book will help reader achieve financial success.
Phumelele Ndumo, 2011
3
The Embarrassment of Riches: An Interpretation of Dutch ...
Describes the cultural and social milieu of seventeenth-century Holland, where, despite great material wealth and general prosperity, an "anxiety of superabundance" permeated all aspects of the culture
Simon Schama, 1988
4
Riches
After following the advice of the wisest rabbi in the area, a rich storekeeper discovers that giving of himself is better than merely giving money.
Esther Rudomin Hautzig, Donna Diamond, 1992
5
From Rats to Riches
This book takes a no-crap, real-life approach to chasing and achieving dreams. It is the only book of its kind that sheds light on the true road of achieving what seem to be "impossible" goals or ambitions.
Usher Morgan, Baum Jennifer, 2011
6
The Lever of Riches: Technological Creativity and Economic ...
A historical overview of technology charts the ebb and flow of technological creativity throughout civilization, from ancient Greece to modern Japan, identifying the economic factors behind creativity
Joel Mokyr, 1990
7
Real Estate Riches: How to Become Rich Using Your Banker's Money
Full of time-honored wisdom, proven tactics, and quick-and-easy tips, this book shows you how to find the best properties with the most potential, analyze deals, negotiate and submit offers, effectively manage properties, and dramatically ...
Dolf de Roos, 2012
8
Business Law
The new edition of this popular text continues to provide comprehensive coverage of the law for non-law students in a clear and straightforward manner.
Denis J. Keenan, Sarah Riches, 2007
9
From Rags to Riches: A Story of Abu Dhabi
This is a vivid eye-witness account of the total transformation (within only 30 years) of a Bedouin society into a country with the world's highest per capita income.
Mohammed Al Fahim, 1998
10
The Master Key to Riches
Discover how to open your mind to success and wealth!
Napoleon Hill, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «RICHES»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term riches is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Bravo 'cancels Road to Riches' starring NeNe Leakes and Kim Zolciak
According to TMZ, Bravo has canceled the wig-loving Southern belles' spin-off NeNe and Kim: Road to Riches before airing even one episode. 47-year-old ... «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
2
Bryan Cooper: Road to Riches could land Punchestown Gold Cup
It wasn't an easy choice, having to pick between Road To Riches and Don Cossack ahead of today's Punchestown Gold Cup. But I opted for Noel Meade's horse ... «Irish Mirror, Apr 15»
3
Road To Riches and Don Cossack go for Gold at Punchestown
Gigginstown have announced plans for Punchestown, with Road To Riches and Don Cossack set to lock horns in the Gold Cup. Michael O'Leary's Gigginstown ... «SkySports, Apr 15»
4
Book review: Thunder of the Gods by Anthony Riches
Military historian Riches has made it his business to reveal not just the grim everyday realities of Roman soldiers' lives but to conjure up the perilous political and ... «Lancashire Evening Post, Apr 15»
5
NeNe Leakes & Kim Zolciak Discuss Their Spinoff 'The Road To …
Following the news, NeNe Leakes took to her blog, where she revealed her show would be called The Road To Riches. A short time later, the official description ... «The Inquisitr, Apr 15»
6
Discovery Family Channel Sets The Stage For The Summer …
SILVER SPRING, Md., March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Lights, camera...bark! Discovery Family Channel (DFC) today announced FROM WAGS TO RICHES ... «PR Newswire, Mar 15»
7
Road To Riches team fear Tony McCoy and Carlingford Lough in …
At 9-1, Road To Riches is actually a couple of points shorter than Carlingford Lough and ... While Road To Riches was saved for Cheltenham, Carlingford Lough ... «The Guardian, Mar 15»
8
Noel Meade focused on winning Cheltenham Gold Cup with Road …
“I think Road To Riches is better than that fella but I cannot say that I thought he was a Gold Cup horse after he won the Galway Plate in July. But he's done ... «Daily Star, Feb 15»
9
Obama lauds 'embarrassment of riches' in Los Angeles sports
Obama says Los Angeles has an "embarrassment of riches" in sports and that he's especially impressed that a city with no snow, ice or winter can turn into a ... «Yahoo News, Feb 15»
10
Road To Riches: will next be seen at Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup
BETFRED Cheltenham Gold Cup second-favourite Road To Riches will go straight to the festival, trainer Noel Meade has revealed. «Racing Post Bloodstock, Jan 15»

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