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well-off

 
pronunciation:
wel awf
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: financially comfortable or prosperous.
The couple started out somewhat poor, but their business became a success and they are quite well-off now.I would not say that my parents are rich, but they are certainly well-off and can afford to have very nice home.
similar words:
affluent, fat, moneyed, prosperous, rich
definition 2: in a good position or situation; fortunate.
Our opponents' mistakes left our team well-off.
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