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

• beaucoup [slang]
• legion
• many
• multifold
• multiple
• multiplex
• multitudinous

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

Indeed, there are numerous cases on this very issue currently pending in various stages across the state of Florida. —Jim Saunders, Miami Herald, 14 Jan. 2025

Israel and Hamas have held numerous rounds of negotiations over the past several months, each of which ultimately broke down in mutual recrimination. —Adam Rasgon, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2025

The walls are just 10 cm thick, using minimal steel and cement to accommodate 42 rooms and numerous amenities. —Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025

Starting as a one-day music event, the annual showcase now features multiple stages, numerous food and drink options and pop-up stops from different brands for festivalgoers to visit. —Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 14 Jan. 2025

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

Kids Definition

numerous

adjective

nu·​mer·​ous ˈn(y)üm-(ə-)rəs 

: consisting of great numbers

numerous friends

numerously adverb