NUMEROUS Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

numerous

adjective

ˈnü-mə-rəs

Definition of numerous

as in many

being of a large but indefinite number received numerous complaints about that product

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Recent Examples of numerous His pro-Russian and other policies prompted numerous protests. — ABC News, 4 July 2026 Eisenberg was nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe for best screenplay, and his screenplay won a BAFTA Award, the Waldo Salt Award at the Sundance Film Festival, an Independent Spirit Award, and numerous other prizes. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 July 2026 Ukrainian military units posted numerous videos in June touting their strikes across Crimea. — Marc Santora, New York Times, 4 July 2026 But numerous studies have demonstrated that a smooth and legal inflow of skilled immigrants does not deprive Americans of such jobs. — Robert Hormats, Time, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for numerous

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Her brothers, Hadi and Fazlollah, are just two of many political prisoners whom the Islamic Republic of Iran gave the death sentence.

— Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
And the epilogue, which takes place many years later, feels like a miscalculation.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 16 July 2026

Definition of many

Adjective

My husband is one of seven siblings, who are all married with multiple children; some of those children are grown and married with children, as well.

— Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 16 July 2026
Porro became the second Spanish defender to score multiple goals in the World Cup, joining Fernando Hierro in 2002.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026

Definition of multiple

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Fans can watch the tournament across several platforms such as beIN Sports, SuperSport, and the CAF TV platform.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026
Debris from the interceptions fell in several locations but no injuries or damage were reported, the Jordanian Armed Forces said, according to the state news agency Petra.

— Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

Definition of several

Adjective

But after going ahead, England manager Thomas Tuchel tried to shut the back door by throwing on countless defenders and not bothering to attack Argentina anymore.

— Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Spencer and Waddingham have a robust and genuine chemistry — a companionship that will undoubtedly resonate with countless viewers.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 15 July 2026

Definition of countless

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