MANY Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈme-nē

Definition of many

as in numerous

being of a large but indefinite number a journey of many miles begins with a single step

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Adjective

For many people, body art is a meaningful way to commemorate a milestone, honor a loved one of simply express their individuality. — Rachel Brown Kirkland, AJC.com, 30 July 2026 Some black-and-white photos line the wall, as do chef-owner Tony Gemignani's many international pizza-making awards. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026 Sharpe is among many owners of small businesses who use social media platforms like Instagram to show their products and services, interact with customers and even collaborate with other businesses. — Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026 Those advantages translate to many other industries that could give China more sway in global trade, said Johnson of Tidalwave Solutions. — Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for many

Recent Examples of Synonyms for many

Adjective

Regardless, numerous roads remain flooded and impassible, including East Pine Street, Riverside Drive, Westfield Road, and Welcome Baptist Church Road.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 2 Aug. 2026
That might not be possible, but the supply of both rotation and bullpen options is plentiful, creating numerous possibilities.

— Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of numerous

Noun

The Big Bend Sector has not experienced the high number of border crossings seen in recent years in other areas farther south along the Rio Grande or in Arizona or California, owing to the remote and challenging terrain on both sides of the border.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
Those numbers are on the back of hitting in every ballpark except his own.

— Sam Blum, New York Times, 22 July 2026

Definition of number

Adjective

Lopez and multiple bullpen arms got out of tough jams to limit the Red Sox 16 baserunners across the first nine innings to just two runs, only one earned.

— Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
And the other is a wealthier bride shopping for diverse silhouettes for her multiple events, her entire wardrobe customized by the country’s top designers.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026

Definition of multiple

Adjective

Crime has been down considerably across the city this year, despite several high-profile events occurring in recent months.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
After several Zoom calls, Nahmias flew to Charlotte without cameras, spending a few days simply getting to know Olive and her family.

— Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of several

Adjective

Critics noted the diaries seemed to boast of his COVID-19 fame, despite widespread criticism and the efforts of countless healthcare workers.

— Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
In the kitchen, however, Messer explains that bell peppers are almost universally treated as vegetables because of their savory flavor and the way they're used in countless savory dishes.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 29 July 2026

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