Many
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɛni/ · Part of speech determiner
Quick meaning: Many is a determiner meaning before a countable noun: A large, indefinite number of.
Meaning
before a countable noun: A large, indefinite number of.
More Meanings
- A large, indefinite number of people or things.
- A multitude; a great aggregate; a mass of people; the generality; the common herd.
- A considerable number.
- Existing in large number; numerous.
- before a countable noun: (in combinations such as 'as many', 'so many', 'this many') Used to indicate, demonstrate or compare the number of people or things.
Example Sentences
Thou shalt be a father of many nations.
Not many such people enjoyed playing chess.
We don't need this many bananas. Put some back.
There are very many different ways to cook a meal.
Word Forms
- manie
- manies
Synonyms for many
Depending on context, synonyms include multiple, several, numerous, crowd, mob, canaille.
Antonyms for many
Common opposites include few, several, one, zero.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include numerous, some, galore, umpteen, amount, additional.
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