C1verbformalnature
US/əˈbaʊnd/
UK/əˈbaʊnd/
to exist in large numbers or amounts
In context
Fish and birds abound in the wetlands of Cà Mau.
Rumors abound online about the design of the company's next phone.
The river once abounded with crocodiles, but now very few remain.
Words that go with abound
verb + preposition
- abound inWild orchids abound in these hills.
- abound withThe lake abounds with fish in the rainy season.
verb + noun
- rumors aboundRumors abound that the minister will resign.
- examples aboundExamples abound of apps that collect too much data.
- opportunities aboundOpportunities abound for engineers who understand AI.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
There abound many fish in this river.Correct: Fish abound in this river.