Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Describing a large number or quantity of something.
Numerous
/ˈnjuːmərəs/Synonyms:
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Examples:
"The Montresors," I replied, "were a great and numerous family."
I concoct numerous ideas, fantasies for escape.
Also he owed numerous debts.
Etymology:
Originates from the Latin word numerosus, meaning numerous or plenty, which is derived from numerus, meaning number. First used in English in the 15th century.
Usage Statistics:
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