Affluent
Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition:
Having a great deal of wealth; rich; possessing an abundance of resources or money.
Example Sentences:
The affluent neighborhood had wide streets, large homes, and well-maintained gardens.
Growing up in an affluent family gave her access to the best schools and extracurricular activities.
The charity received a large donation from an affluent businessman.
How “Affluent” May Appear on the GED RLA Exam
“Affluent” often appears in contexts involving economic status, social class, or access to opportunities. It can also be used to compare living conditions between groups.
Example 1: Vocabulary in Context
“Unlike the crowded inner city, the affluent suburbs offered spacious homes and cleaner air.”
Question:
What does the word affluent most likely mean in this sentence?
A. Wealthy and well-off
B. Rural and isolated
C. Busy and crowded
D. Poor and underdeveloped
Correct Answer: A. Wealthy and well-off
Example 2: Inference from Context
“The school received more funding because it was located in an affluent district.”
Question:
What can be inferred about the district?
A. It has a high poverty rate
B. It has many wealthy residents
C. It is in a rural location
D. It struggles to collect taxes
Correct Answer: B. It has many wealthy residents
Example 3: Author’s Purpose
“The author contrasts the affluent lifestyle of the city’s upper class with the struggles of its working poor.”
Question:
Why does the author use the word affluent in this context?
A. To show financial success and privilege
B. To describe a dangerous neighborhood
C. To explain historical events
D. To emphasize poverty
Correct Answer: A. To show financial success and privilege
Related GED Vocabulary:
Prosperous
Rich
Wealthy
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