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

Investigators recovered numerous pieces of evidence, including pieces of clothing, fired shell casings, DNA swabs and bullet fragments collected from Cherry’s body, according to the report. — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026

Construction projects already involve numerous consultants, engineers, ownership representatives, contractors and installers. — Zev Laine, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Whoever among these candidates, and the numerous others running to represent Wyandotte at the state level, that get elected would take office in time for the 2027 Legislative Session, which begins in January. — Sofi Zeman july 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026

Princess Kate has been crowned Tatler’s best dressed numerous times before, most recently in 2022. — Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 31 July 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