countless

adjective

count·​less ˈkau̇nt-ləs How to pronounce countless (audio)
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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Chris Martin performs onstage in front of countless celebrities at the 2026 Heart Gala in Los Angeles on April 18. Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026 Thanks to its high altitude and exceptionally dark skies, this location offers stunning views of the Milky Way and countless stars. Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 21 Apr. 2026 Hundreds of passengers on an Amtrak train in Florida were left stranded for nearly 24 hours after wildfires broke out near the tracks — disrupting service, halting travel and leading to countless complaints. Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026 Ever since, scientists have conducted countless studies that affirm his theory. Greg Eghigian, The Conversation, 20 Apr. 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 28 Apr. 2026.

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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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