Available or given in a large amount, more than strictly necessary.
Natural examples
Für den Ausflug haben wir reichlich Wasser dabei.
We have plenty of water for the trip.
Die Suppe enthält reichlich frisches Gemüse.
The soup contains plenty of fresh vegetables.
Bitte halte reichlich Abstand zum Fahrrad.
Please keep plenty of distance from the bicycle.
Usage note
Reichlich can be attributive or adverbial: plenty of time, eat generously. It often means more than enough.
Mini-lesson: reichlich
Available or given in a large amount, more than strictly necessary. Reichlich can be attributive or adverbial: plenty of time, eat generously. It often means more than enough.
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