zillion

noun

zil·​lion ˈzil-yən How to pronounce zillion (audio)
Synonyms of zillionnext
: an indeterminately large number
zillions of mosquitoes
zillionth adjective

Examples of zillion in a Sentence

I have a zillion chores to finish before we can leave.
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Eilish is a big Grammy favorite, with a zillion trophies already on her shelf, but — come on — enough is enough. Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 26 Jan. 2026 There are a zillion awards — find room for one more! William Earl, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026 And what about the zillions of posts, videos, and articles about the latest new supplement, superfood, or exercise that supposedly can lengthen your life? CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026 In a world of a million water options—sparkling, flavored, and about a zillion combinations of the two—my husband and I have a special place in our hearts (and our refrigerator) for coconut water. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for zillion

Word History

Etymology

z + -illion (as in million)

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of zillion was in 1934

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“Zillion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zillion. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

zillion

noun
zil·​lion ˈzil-yən How to pronounce zillion (audio)
: a large number
zillions of ants

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