countless

adjective

count·​less ˈkau̇nt-ləs How to pronounce countless (audio)
: too numerous to be counted : myriad, many
countlessly adverb

Examples of countless in a Sentence

There are countless reasons why that would not be a good idea. I've been there countless times.
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But while countless fans couldn’t be more excited for Bad Bunny’s showcase, other people — including the president of the United States — aren’t as keen that a primarily Spanish-speaking artist got the gig. Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 8 Oct. 2025 His update of the Bar jacket and skirt will undoubtedly be on countless wish lists, setting the tone for a bold new chapter at Dior. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025 On the line level, there are countless word choice combinations to convey the same meaning (check out Reading Rilke by William Gass). Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2025 Us tech folks use our devices dozens if not hundreds of times a day, utilizing countless apps for both personal and professional needs. Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for countless

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of countless was in 1588

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“Countless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/countless. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.

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countless

adjective
count·​less ˈkau̇nt-ləs How to pronounce countless (audio)
: too numerous to be counted : innumerable

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