Af″flu‐ence (�), n. [F. affluence, L. affluentia, fr. affluens, p. pr. of affluere to flow to; ad + fluere to flow. See Flux.] 1. A flowing to or towards; a concourse; an influx.
The affluence of young nobles from hence into Spain.
Wotton.
There is an unusual affluence of strangers this year.
Carlyle.
2. An abundant supply, as of thought, words, feelings, etc.; profusion; also, abundance of property; wealth.
And old age of elegance, affluence, and ease.
Coldsmith.
Syn. — Abundance; riches; profusion; exuberance; plenty; wealth; opulence.