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Definition of numerous

numerous

/ˈnuː.mɚ.əs/
nu · mer · ous
Adverb:numerously
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1

Great in number; consisting of a large number of individuals or units.

Example

"The professor cited numerous studies to support her hypothesis during the lecture."

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numerical
numerically
numerology
numerous
numerously
numinosity
numismatics

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Latin numerosus ('having many parts, rhythmic, abundant'), derived from numerus ('number, division').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Numerous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/numerous
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