Legion

usgb/ˈliːdʒən/
noun

A large number of people or things.

The volunteers who have come to help us are legion.
Visual representation of "legion" - A large number of people or things.

Often appears as...

  • legion of fans
  • legion of followers
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Visual representation of "legion"
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Common Hyperbole

Often used to exaggerate the number of items or people, not always literally countless.

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There were legion reasons why he couldn’t come.
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Abstract Concept

Can abstractly represent an overwhelming number of inanimate concepts.

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There's a legion of issues with the current plan.
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Potential Negative

May imply problems or challenges due to the vast number, not just neutral abundance.

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A legion of technical faults appeared overnight.
Visual representation of the word "Legion"

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