Another word for many
The best other words for many are numerous, the public, frequently and numerous ones.
- Most formal
- the multitude, numerous, a great many
- Strongest
- countless, multitudes, scores of
- Casual
- a lot of, plenty of, everybody
- Instead of “many more”
- additional, extra, further
Many /ˈmɛni/ (determiner, adjective, pronoun, noun): a large number of people or things. In simple words: a large number of people or things. Below are 28 rated synonyms across 4 senses, plus 29 more related words. Tap a chip for its nuance and an example.
28 synonyms shown
Large number · adjective
a large number of
Many people · noun
a large number of people
Many times · adverb
repeatedly or frequently
A great many · pronoun
a large number of people or things
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- numerous — more formal; often sounds measured
- several — smaller, more limited number
- a lot of — very common and conversational
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Antonyms of many
- few
- little
- a few
- several
- some
- one
- single
All synonyms at a glance
| Synonym | Strength | Formality | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| numerous | 3/5 | formal | academic, business, creative |
| several | 2/5 | neutral | academic, business, creative, casual |
| a lot of | 3/5 | casual | casual, creative, business |
| plenty of | 3/5 | casual | casual, creative, business |
| scores of | 4/5 | neutral | academic, creative |
| dozens of | 4/5 | neutral | business, academic, casual, creative |
| countless | 5/5 | neutral | academic, creative |
| a great many | 4/5 | formal | academic, business, creative |
| the multitude | 4/5 | academic | academic, creative |
| the masses | 4/5 | formal | academic, creative |
| the crowd | 3/5 | neutral | business, casual, creative |
| the public | 3/5 | formal | academic, business, creative |
| everyone | 2/5 | neutral | casual, business, creative |
| everybody | 2/5 | casual | casual, creative |
| folks | 2/5 | casual | casual, creative |
| often | 3/5 | neutral | academic, business, creative, casual |
| frequently | 3/5 | formal | academic, business |
| repeatedly | 4/5 | formal | academic, business, creative |
| again and again | 4/5 | casual | casual, creative |
| over and over | 4/5 | casual | casual, creative |
| time and again | 4/5 | neutral | academic, creative |
| many a time | 4/5 | neutral | creative |
| numerous ones | 3/5 | formal | academic, business |
| a number | 2/5 | neutral | academic, business, creative |
| quite a few | 2/5 | casual | casual, creative, business |
| scores | 4/5 | neutral | academic, creative |
| dozens | 4/5 | neutral | business, academic, casual, creative |
| multitudes | 5/5 | formal | creative, academic |
Instead of “very many”
One precise word usually beats an intensifier. See the full words instead of “very” list.
| Instead of | Try |
|---|---|
| many more | additional, extra, further |
| many different | various, diverse, multiple |
| many people | crowds, lots of people, the public |
More words related to many
Looser matches and phrases, unrated. Check the sense before you swap one in, or compare it with “many”.
- manifold
- innumerable
- uncountable
- myriad
- legion
- multiplex
- copious
- abundant
- profuse
- ample
- heaps
- loads
- tons
- lots
- a large number of
- a great number of
- a substantial number of
- a considerable number of
- a host of
- an array of
- a bevy of
- a profusion of
- a wealth of
- a pile of
- a slew of
- a bundle of
- a raft of
- scores upon scores of
- dozens upon dozens of
Questions about synonyms for many
What is the most formal alternative to many?
In neutral formal writing, numerous is usually the best choice. It fits reports, essays, and business prose without sounding inflated.
What is a stronger or more emphatic alternative to many?
Countless, multitudes, and scores can sound stronger, but they are not interchangeable. Countless is hyperbolic, while scores is vivid and suggests a very large number, especially of people.
Can many be replaced by much?
Only sometimes. Many is used with countable nouns, while much is used with uncountable nouns, so the replacement depends on the noun, not just the meaning.
What is a more formal word for many?
In formal writing, phrases like "a large number of," "numerous," or "a great many" are common. The best choice depends on whether you mean people, things, or repeated times.
What can I say instead of many things?
You can say "numerous things," "lots of things," or "a variety of things." If you want a more formal tone, "a large number of things" works well.