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
numerously
adverb
numerousness
noun
Examples of numerous in a Sentence
She decided to leave for numerous reasons.
The birds are becoming more numerous in this area.
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Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2025
Nor has there been any diplomatic engagement with the Houthis’ divided but numerous domestic rivals in the south and west of the country.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 8 Apr. 2025
The duo rolled out three more albums before catching the attention of Latin star Manu Chao, who offered to produce their 2004 record, Dimanche à Bamako, their breakout LP and highest-charting album in numerous countries.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 8 Apr. 2025
The order outlining Trump's reciprocal tariffs, published Monday, targets numerous countries in the electronics supply chain, including China, Taiwan, Vietnam, and India.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Numerous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/numerous. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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numerous
adjective
nu·mer·ous
ˈn(y)üm-(ə-)rəs
: consisting of great numbers
numerous friends
numerously
adverb
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