Definitions

well-to-do

[wel-tuh-doo] / ˈwɛl təˈdu /

ADJECTIVE

well-off

Synonyms

STRONGEST

affluent moneyed prosperous wealthy

WEAK

comfortable flourishing loaded rich rolling in it set for life snug successful

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destitute lacking needy poor wanting

Example Sentences

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Then, we decided with the club and him, and with Roberto as well, to do a normal transition.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

My grandparents were not well to do, but their gift was making anyone at their table feel like they belonged.

From Salon • Feb. 4, 2025

“Our girls knew they needed to score well to do well.”

From Seattle Times • Feb. 24, 2023

Fernando Tatis Jr. was at work doing what he’s paid well to do.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2020

She: I shall have to call you in tomorrow morning, as well, to do this task for me.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein