Synonyms of countlessnext
: 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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Karuna moved into Boston Children’s Hospital’s pediatric ICU, where Amisha and I spent countless sleepless nights. — Raj Panjabi, Time, 13 Oct. 2026 In an era where information is a market commodity capable of causing countless problems or yielding numerous benefits, a communicator’s negotiating ability and strategy are crucial. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026 But Dawood says that the Titanic was one of countless interests for Suleman sparked by their family travels. — Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026 As Halzen and countless other scientists have found over the years, Antarctica’s extreme conditions serve as a crucial gateway to understanding some of the greatest mysteries of the cosmos. — Daniella McCahey, The Conversation, 12 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for countless

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of countless was in 1593

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“Countless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/countless. Accessed 15 Oct. 2026.

Kids Definition

countless

adjective
: too numerous to be counted : innumerable
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