Myriad: meaning, definitions and examples

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myriad

 

[ˈmɪrɪəd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

a large number

A myriad is a countless or extremely great number. It can be used to emphasize the vastness or variety of something.

Synonyms

countless, innumerable, multitude, numerous.

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Word Description / Examples
myriad

This word is typically used to imply a very large, and often countless number of something, with an emphasis on variety. It conveys a sense of complexity and vastness.

  • The sky was filled with a myriad of stars.
  • There are a myriad of reasons why we should protect the environment.
countless

Often used to describe something that is so numerous it cannot be counted. It emphasizes the impossibility of quantification.

  • Countless people attended the festival.
  • He has made countless contributions to the field of science.
innumerable

This word is used when referring to something that is too many to be counted, similar to 'countless,' but with a slightly more formal tone.

  • They faced innumerable obstacles during their journey.
  • The planet is home to innumerable species.
multitude

A large number of individuals or things. This word is often used to refer to a crowd or a large group of people or objects collected together.

  • A multitude of fans gathered outside the concert hall.
  • The proposal faced a multitude of challenges.
numerous

Used to describe a large number of something. It is somewhat common and not as intense as 'countless' or 'innumerable'.

  • She has received numerous awards for her work.
  • There are numerous ways to solve this problem.

Examples of usage

  • There were a myriad of stars twinkling in the night sky.
  • She had to choose from a myriad of options for her next vacation destination.
  • The internet offers a myriad of resources for learning new skills.
  • The artist used a myriad of colors to create a vibrant painting.
  • I was overwhelmed by the myriad of tasks I had to complete.

Translations

Translations of the word "myriad" in other languages:

🇵🇹 miríade

🇮🇳 असंख्य

🇩🇪 Unzahl

🇮🇩 banyak sekali

🇺🇦 безліч

🇵🇱 mnóstwo

🇯🇵 無数

🇫🇷 myriade

🇪🇸 miríada

🇹🇷 sayısız

🇰🇷 무수함

🇸🇦 عدد لا يحصى

🇨🇿 nespočet

🇸🇰 nespočetné množstvo

🇨🇳 无数

🇸🇮 nešteto

🇮🇸 ógrynni

🇰🇿 сансыз

🇬🇪 უამრავი

🇦🇿 saysız-hesabsız

🇲🇽 miríada

Etymology

The word 'myriad' originated from the Greek word 'murias', which means ten thousand. In ancient Greece, it was used to represent an extremely large number. Over time, the meaning of 'myriad' has evolved to refer to a countless or immense number of things. It has been used in English literature since the 16th century and continues to be a popular word to convey the idea of abundance or variety.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,373, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.