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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Malissa Rodenburg, Health, 15 May 2026
At a press conference on Friday, World Health Organization (WHO) officials said numerous studies are in progress on the Andes type of the hantavirus, which began spreading among passengers and crew onboard the MV Hondius in April.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 15 May 2026
Early hantavirus symptoms resemble influenza, dengue, COVID-19, leptospirosis, and numerous other infections, making rapid diagnosis extraordinarily difficult without specialized testing.
—Steve Brozak, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
At the meeting, numerous students, graduates and parents spoke about the value of the natatorium to school athletics and community activities.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
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“Numerous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/numerous. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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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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