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 The girls have faced numerous health challenges since being born prematurely at 30 weeks, including brain bleeds, cardiac arrest and stroke, and have been in and out of hospitals for much of their lives. — Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 29 Aug. 2026 His sporting career earned him numerous awards, including the prestigious Holmenkollen Medal in 2007. — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026 Treatments One aspect of the Clancy case that is dominating conversations is that Lindsay Clancy repeatedly sought treatment and was on numerous medications. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 28 Aug. 2026 During the morning of July 31, Partee exchanged multiple inappropriate messages with the account and called it numerous times. — Adrienne Davis, jsonline.com, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for numerous

Recent Examples of Synonyms for numerous

Adjective

And, there are lots of studies out there that show many in my generation have stopped believing in the promise of the American Dream.

— Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
Whereas many tech leaders have, like Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, touted the benefits of AI, many have also expressed concern about its perils.

— Reuters, NBC news, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of many

Adjective

While Zoom did raise its full-year outlook, multiple analysts noted that the increase was slightly less than the second-quarter beat.

— Jim Cramer, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026
Lawrence faces multiple charges, including grand theft of motor vehicle parts, burglary conspiracy, grand theft conspiracy, and criminal solicitation.

— Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of multiple

Adjective

On the 582nd Sporticast episode, Kurt Badenhausen and Jacob Feldman fill in for Scott and Eben to break down several recent changes atop sports organizations.

— Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Parton has several posthumous projects to look forward to, one of which is a secret song.

— Isabelle Farina, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of several

Adjective

Over the years, the United States has slapped Iran with countless sanctions targeting its banking system, shipping companies, oil industry and military.

— Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Dolly Parton‘s team is assuring fans of the beloved country icon that her legacy will continue throughout the countless projects that were already in motion before her death.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of countless

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