numerous

adjective

nu·​mer·​ous ˈnü-mə-rəs 

ˈnüm-rə-;

ˈnyü-mə-,

ˈnyüm-rə-

: consisting of great numbers of units or individuals

born into a numerous family

also : many

received numerous complaints

The people I'd like to thank are too numerous to mention.

numerously adverb

numerousness noun

Synonyms

• beaucoup [slang]
• legion
• many
• multifold
• multiple
• multiplex
• multitudinous

Examples of numerous in a Sentence

She decided to leave for numerous reasons.

The birds are becoming more numerous in this area.

Recent Examples on the Web

Future plans call for numerous floors, including one containing a gym and bathroom facilities. —Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Nov. 2024

The book comprises eight chapters that are crammed with numerous examples and case studies. —Grrlscientist, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024

As sourcing executives are navigating and preparing for numerous uncertainties—with impending tariffs at the top of the watch list—cotton offers constancy in an evolving environment, according to a Cotton Incorporated executive. —Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 21 Nov. 2024

The meal is $129.95 and includes a 10- to 12-pound turkey or half-ham, and numerous sides including mac and cheese, cornbread dressing, gravy, cranberry sauce, rolls and an 8-inch cherry, pumpkin or apple pie. —Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 21 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, borrowed from Latin numerōsus, from numerus number entry 2 + -ōsus -ous

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing numerous

• too numerous to list
• too numerous to mention

Kids Definition

numerous

adjective

nu·​mer·​ous ˈn(y)üm-(ə-)rəs 

: consisting of great numbers

numerous friends

numerously adverb