MULTIPLE Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

multiple

adjective

ˈməl-tə-pəl

Definition of multiple

as in combined

used or done by a number of people as a group multiple ownership of a vacation condo

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as in numerous

being of a large but indefinite number the multiple achievements of her long career in public service

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Recent Examples of multiple The traveler is left managing multiple confirmations, while employees may lack a complete picture of the guest’s plans. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026 Cooper, who is from Cincinnati, said the New South has multiple definitions and is a way to tell a more inclusive story about who makes up the South. — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026 Modular platform designed for multiple payloads The firm is building a reusable underwing platform that can accommodate a wide range of payloads. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026 Now, 30 years later, all the label drama seems besides the point, for multiple reasons. — Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for multiple

Recent Examples of Synonyms for multiple

Adjective

For example, in Pennsylvania, the combined activity of two radioactive forms of radium averaged 2,000 picocuries per liter in conventional oil and gas brine and 1,800 picocuries per liter in unconventional Marcellus Shale brine.

— Nathaniel Warner, The Conversation, 24 July 2026
Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun, a combined amusement and water park that makes an easy add-on to any early season game-day itinerary.

— Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

Definition of combined

Adjective

However, these techniques are complex and involve numerous processes.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 July 2026
The San Diego Wave’s inability to finish any of their numerous scoring chances Sunday contributed to a 2-0 defeat on a hot and humid afternoon in Mission Valley.

— Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 July 2026

Definition of numerous

Adjective

Quarterback Baker Mayfield is looking to bounce back as well, including from a late-season AC joint sprain.

— Jake Ciely, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Some of the most common include irregular periods, hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, mood changes, vaginal dryness, brain fog and joint pain as hormone levels begin to fluctuate, according to Mayo Clinic.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of joint

Adjective

Consuela Ardon, co-owner of Las Palmas, her business for 19 years, said the arrest shocked her customers, many of whom are Hispanic.

— Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
Then there are rabbitfish that can devour algae from the sea bottom, destroying the habitat for many indigenous species.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026

Definition of many

Adjective

Growing societal acceptance of and support for working mothers is part of that change, as is an NWSL collective-bargaining agreement featuring protections and provisions for mothers and childcare.

— PJ Green July 24, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
In 1999, Drew co-founded the music collective Broken Social Scene with his fellow singer and guitarist Brendan Canning, counting several members of the two units among its creative lineups.

— Rhoda Feng, New Yorker, 24 July 2026

Definition of collective

Adjective

Crime has been down considerably across the city this year, despite several high-profile events occurring in recent months.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
After several Zoom calls, Nahmias flew to Charlotte without cameras, spending a few days simply getting to know Olive and her family.

— Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of several

Adjective

Companies embracing enduring relationships and providing necessary business tools will unlock mutual financial growth, moving past outdated, expensive short-term activations.

— Alejandra Rojas, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
The overinvestment, paired with the contradictory mixture of competition and mutual investment at the frontier, is giving some investors heartburn.

— Tobias Burns, CNBC, 26 July 2026