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 of numerous

• many
• multiple
• several
• countless

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

While there have been numerous attempts to end hostilities in Sudan, the fighting rages on, creating one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world, including the first declaration of famine anywhere in years. —Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 24 Feb. 2026

During a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Markiplier explained that numerous studios and distributors had rejected his project. —Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 24 Feb. 2026

Since then, numerous gloves have been found scattered near the main drag as well as a knapsack sold at Walmart. —Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026

Accessibility The hotel is not wheelchair-accessible and there are numerous stairs around the property. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026

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

Rhymes for numerous

• humerus
• humorous

Kids Definition

numerous

adjective

nu·​mer·​ous ˈn(y)üm-(ə-)rəs 

: consisting of great numbers

numerous friends

numerously adverb