multifarious

/ˌmʌltɪˈfɛəɹi.əs/

UK: /ˌmʌltɪˈfɛəɹi.əs/

MɅLTꞮFƐƏɹI · əs (2 syllables)

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Definition

Having great diversity or variety; of various kinds; made up of many differing parts.

Etymology

From Latin multifārius.

Example Sentences

  • "Nothing could well resemble less a typical English street than […] the multifarious awnings, banners, and streamers, the extraordinary number of omnibuses, horsecars, and other democratic vehicles, […]"
  • "Now, it is our regretful task to record his death on November 19 after a brief illness, and to include in a short article on page 29 some notes on his multifarious activities."
  • "It is divided into parts that are too small and multifarious."
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