NUMEROUS Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

numerous

adjective

ˈnü-mə-rəs

Definition of numerous

as in many

being of a large but indefinite number received numerous complaints about that product

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Recent Examples of numerous As countries scrambled to prevent cyberattacks, numerous websites and pages were taken offline in the past few days. — Kate Bartlett, NPR, 23 Oct. 2026 Chickens are the most numerous bird on the planet by a factor of ten, and there are about four of them for every one of us. — Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026 The announcement comes just 11 days before the midterm elections, when voters have expressed concerns about the cost of living and the state of the economy in numerous national and state polls. — Riley Beggin, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026 Dozens of persons of interest and numerous alleged sightings were investigated. — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for numerous

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Adjective

The American consumer, who accounts for about 70% of GDP, continues to buy stuff, but many are stressed by energy prices, wage stagnation, rising interest rates, and an affordability crisis in everything from health care to housing.

— Diane Brady, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
But to many local officials and experts, this year is different.

— Miles Parks, NPR, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of many

Adjective

The attacks, which saw 1,195 people killed and 251 taken into Gaza as hostages, triggered a major security crisis that led to three years of war on multiple fronts.

— Yarden Segev, NBC news, 27 Oct. 2026
The offense had a healthy-enough balance with the run game (more on that in a bit) to involve multiple pass-catchers, and the trio of leading receivers saw the immediate benefits.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of multiple

Adjective

In the port city of Mokha, residents said rockets hit several buildings, including a hospital.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026
May and Spoelstra developed a friendship during May’s time in Boca Raton, with the Heat holding several training camps at FAU while May was coaching there.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of several

Adjective

Each time a shutter fires, and each time a tire squeals, involves countless pieces working together to deliver a smooth outcome.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
But, as Moore noted, countless airports around the world have figured out how to get the job done.

— Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of countless

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