numerous

Definition

An indefinite large number of.

Etymology

From Middle English numerous from Latin numerōsus (“numerous, abundant; harmonious”), from numerus (“number”). Doublet of numerose. Analyzeable as numero- + -ous.

Example Sentences

• "There are numerous definitions of the word 'man'."
• "There are numerous reasons to refrain."
• "Numerous experimental tests and other observations have been offered in favor of animal mind reading, and although many scientists are skeptical, others assert that humans are not the only species capable of representing what others do and don’t perceive and know."