Numerous

usgb/ˈnuːmərəs/
adjective

A great number of something.

There were numerous books on the shelf.
Visual representation of "numerous" - A great number of something

Often appears as...

  • numerous times
  • numerous examples
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Quantity Emphasis

Use 'numerous' to stress the large amount of something without specifying the exact quantity.

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She has visited numerous countries in her travels.
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Positive Nuance

'Numerous' often implies that the abundance is positive or beneficial.

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The new policy has numerous benefits for employees.
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Variety Suggestion

'Numerous' can suggest variety within the large quantity it describes.

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The festival featured numerous musical genres.
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abundantcopiouscountlessinnumerablemanifoldmanymultiplemyriadplentifulseveral
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