numerous
UK: ˈnjuːmərəs | US: ˈnuːmərəs
adj. existing in large numbers; many
adj. consisting of many items or parts
numerous = numer<number> + ous<adjective suffix>
- numer (from Latin numerus, meaning "number")
- ous (a suffix forming adjectives, indicating "full of" or "having the quality of")
Etymology Origin:
The word numerous traces back to Latin numerus (number) combined with the adjectival suffix -ous, which was adopted into Middle English via Old French. The suffix -ous often conveys abundance, making numerous literally mean "full of numbers" or "many in number." Over time, it evolved to broadly describe anything existing in large quantities.
The library contains numerous books on ancient history.
She received numerous awards for her scientific research.
Numerous studies have confirmed the benefits of exercise.
The project faced numerous challenges before completion.
Birds of numerous species migrate here in winter.