Much
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /mʌt͡ʃ/ · Part of speech determiner
Quick meaning: Much is a determiner meaning A large amount of.
Meaning
A large amount of.
More Meanings
- (in combinations such as 'as much', 'this much') Used to indicate, demonstrate or compare the quantity of something.
- (now archaic or nonstandard) A great number of; many (people).
- (now Caribbean, African-American, UK regional) many ( + plural countable noun).
- To a great extent.
- Often; frequently.
- (obsolete) Large, great.
- (obsolete) Long in duration.
Example Sentences
Take as much time as you like.
Add this much water and no more.
Did you do much running last summer?
Do you think I have much chance of catching the train on time?
Synonyms for much
Depending on context, synonyms include greatly, highly, loads, plenty, practically, often.
Antonyms for much
Common opposites include little, less, few, almost, nearly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include often, practically, some, such, untold, mucho.
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