Dictionary-enhanced synonyms
Synonyms for “Many” — 3 Other Ways to Say It
A lot of something; when you have a large number of countable things.
Meaning of Many
A large number of people or things; used with countable nouns to indicate quantity.
How to Pronounce Many
IPA: /ˈmɛni/ Stress: Oo
MEN-ee. One syllable sounds like the letter 'M', then 'nee'.
3 Synonyms for Many — Words Similar to Many
Browse alternative words with their meaning, level, and a real example sentence so you pick the synonym that fits your context.
numerous
/ˈnjuːmərəs/Very many; a large number of something.
Example: She received numerous offers from different companies.
Smart Synonyms for Many — When to Use Each
numerous
more formal and written than many
a lot of
more conversational and informal alternative
countless
emphasizes that the amount is hard to count
Antonyms of Many — Opposite Words
How to Use Many and Its Synonyms in Sentences
- There are many students in the classroom. A1
- How many books did you read last summer? A1
- Many researchers have studied this phenomenon over the years. B1
Common Word Choice Mistakes with Many
Not natural: I have many informations to share.
Better: I have a lot of information to share.
Information is uncountable, so many is incorrect. Use much or a lot of instead.
Not natural: How many money do you have?
Better: How much money do you have?
Money is uncountable. Use much instead of many.
Frequently Asked Questions About Synonyms of Many
What is another word for "many"?
Common synonyms for "many" include: numerous, a lot of, countless.
What can I say instead of "many"?
Try one of these alternatives: numerous, a lot of, countless. Pick the synonym whose register and meaning fits your sentence — see the cards above for definitions and examples.
Is "many" formal or informal?
"many" is generally used in neutral contexts.
When should I use "many" instead of "numerous"?
Use "many" when you want to keep the exact nuance shown in the meaning section above; switch to "numerous" when you need a different register, level, or shade of meaning. Compare the cards above to decide.
What are the antonyms of "many"?
Words with the opposite meaning of "many" include: few, little.