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.
Recent Examples on the Web Years later, many have spent countless hours in hospitals and are still suffering from the impacts. Li Cohen, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2024 The plot of the rom-com is loosely inspired by William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, in which Benedick and Beatrice act out the now-stereotypical enemies to lovers trope, which has since inspired the storylines of countless romance books and movies. Melissa Locker, TIME, 23 Apr. 2024 Faith themes are sprinkled into countless country songs. Nancy Kruh, Peoplemag, 23 Apr. 2024 Speak to your higher power Some of our most successful figures practice visualization (see Michael Jordan, Oprah and countless others). Jasmine Browley, Essence, 23 Apr. 2024 Like countless wellness trends before it, cold-plunge pools, ice baths, and cold-water therapy have been fueled by social media and celebrities, with Harry Styles, Lady Gaga, and David Beckham all advocates. Emily Peck, WIRED, 23 Apr. 2024 The Texan trio Khruangbin’s vibes have spawned countless imitators, but their magic isn’t so easy to replicate. Bill Wasik and Monica Murphy Gabra Zackman Emma Kehlbeck Lance Neal, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2024 Modern dating means learning how to be comfortable with being uncomfortable, standing firmly in your beliefs, and navigating the beliefs of others in very politically divided times—all the while cycling through the countless disappointments of app dating. Myisha Battle, TIME, 13 Apr. 2024 He’s filmed two YouTube food shows with chef Matty Matheson, and there are countless social media videos of him cooking alongside every notable TikTok food influencer. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 28 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

countless

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

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