Numerous
Example: Numerous factors influence the final outcome
Definition
"Numerous" describes a large quantity or great many of something. It is used to indicate that there are many items, people, or factors involved, often more than expected or easily countable, as in the phrase 'Numerous factors influence the final outcome.'
Etymology
The word "numerous" originates from the Latin word 'numerosus,' meaning 'full of number' or 'numerous.' It combines 'numerus,' meaning 'number,' with the suffix '-ous,' which indicates 'full of.' Did you know that "numerous" has been used in English since the late 15th century to express plenty or abundance?
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"Numerous" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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