manifold

adjective

ˈma-nə-ˌfōld How to pronounce manifold (audio)
Definition of manifoldnext
as in various
being of many and various kinds the manifold attractions of that state make it an ideal destination for a family vacation

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Recent Examples of manifold Such adverse implications might threaten to deteriorate the democratic essence of hypertext and hypermedia, namely, the multilinear access to manifold information and the subsequent possibility of collaborative knowledge building across any kinds of boundaries and borders. — Carmen Daniela Maier, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026 This is also corroborated by the fact that applications at UC Berkeley, UCLA and UC San Diego increased manifold in the last decade even as tuition rates saw a big jump. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026 The mayor’s spokesman, Jon Ewing, confirmed Johnston’s appearance in New Orleans this weekend and said the mayor recognizes the manifold benefits of steering the event to the Mile High City. — John Aguilar, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026 The consequences were manifold. — David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for manifold
Recent Examples of Synonyms for manifold
  1. various
  2. multifarious
  3. myriad
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  • Sinestro was briefly mentioned last week, as Zoe read an online article about him betraying the Lanterns, for anyone unfamiliar with the comics, the film, or the various cartoons.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The companies, as well as various distributors, have over the years accused EABL of engaging in anti-competitive practices.
    — Martin K.N Siele, semafor.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of various
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  • But with a career marked by change, designer and Vanity Fair cover star Marc Jacobs has long been an experimental and multifarious shopper and dresser.
    — Abigail Sylvor Greenberg, Vanity Fair, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The distant thunder was still faint, but its deep rumble drowned out the manic noise next door, like a great invisible hand reaching out beyond the clouds to crush the multifarious towns below.
    — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of multifarious
Adjective
  • One can imagine the burden of splitting up a valuable estate and the myriad decisions about how to run it posthumously, such as whether to license the name or make reproductions.
    — Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Living in Southern California means residents must be prepared for myriad weather events, including heavy rainfall and flooding.
    — Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
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“Manifold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manifold. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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