Modern rich continues Middle English riche through English spelling and sound history.
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rich
wealthy, abundant, valuable, or intense
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PARENT / EARLIER FORM / attestedMiddle English · Middle English · wealthy powerfulriche
wealthy, powerful, rich
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Power and wealth broaden across abundance, value, color, flavor, and intensity.
Merriam-Webster reports use before the twelfth century.
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Rich — Definition, Word History, and First Known UseDefinitions, Word History, and First Known Use
supportsAUDIT SOURCE ↗ORIGINAL ↗Supplies Middle English riche, broad meanings, and pre-twelfth-century horizon.
Rich — American Heritage DictionaryHeadword definitions and etymology
contextAUDIT SOURCE ↗ORIGINAL ↗Independently supplies the medieval convergence.
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