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

Their backgrounds and training have come under scrutiny after numerous high-profile incidents in which ICE agents used excessive force. —Ryan J. Foley, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026

Ingredients align for a severe storm outbreak A fresh surge of jet stream energy tapped into Gulf moisture Friday afternoon, setting the stage for the severe storm outbreak in the central US, which means numerous storms. —Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2026

The nonprofit has stepped in after numerous disasters, and washes loads for veterans and families living in cars and hotels. —Kara Finnstrom, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026

Manny Machado, showing great command of the smaller zone, has juiced numerous rallies with walks such as his leadoff effort against Mariners closer Andres Munoz that began Wednesday’s game-winning, five-run rally. —Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 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