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

Actor Issa Rae, musician Bela Fleck and author Louise Penny were among the numerous artists who withdrew from appearances, while consultants such as musician Ben Folds and singer Renée Fleming resigned. —Arkansas Online, 18 Mar. 2026

However, numerous search warrants turned up empty and the main players of the heist have all since died. —Kristina Rex, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2026

Since then, Lowe has emerged as a fierce advocate for breast cancer patients and survivors and has partnered with numerous organizations to spread awareness. —Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 17 Mar. 2026

Details of the plea hearings During the plea hearings, which each lasted about an hour, the judge heard numerous examples of how union money was misspent. —Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 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