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adjective

Definition of myriadnext
1
as in various
being of many and various kinds the myriad problems that today's cities face

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as in countless
too many to be counted the myriad influences that shape a person's character

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myriad

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noun

ˈmir-ē-əd How to pronounce myriad (audio)
as in plenty
a considerable amount the car can be outfitted with a myriad of options

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Recent Examples of myriad
Adjective
Following the two crashes, Barnett came forward late 2019 to discuss Boeing’s myriad safety problems with the BBC and New York Times. — Marlow Stern, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026 The myriad processes governing acquisitions are implemented by an army of patriotic, hard-working officials. — Doug Beck, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026
Noun
Enclosed by a network of 13th-century walls, the narrow streets of old York host myriad awe-inspiring relics from its pre-industrial past, perhaps the most famous being York Minster, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals anywhere. — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026 Clancy’s ex-husband claims the medical system failed her in a myriad of ways. — Ayana Lage, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for myriad
Recent Examples of Synonyms for myriad
  1. various
  2. countless
  3. loads
  4. multifarious
  5. many
  6. dozen
  7. slew
  8. ton
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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
Adjective
  • Over the years, the United States has slapped Iran with countless sanctions targeting its banking system, shipping companies, oil industry and military.
    — Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Dolly Parton‘s team is assuring fans of the beloved country icon that her legacy will continue throughout the countless projects that were already in motion before her death.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of countless
Noun
  • The team must improve the fabrication process, scale up the laser power, and determine whether the ceramic waveguides can maintain their optical performance under much higher loads.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The rocket planes tested reaction-control systems for maneuvering where the air was too thin for normal aerodynamic controls, while gathering data on heating, stability, structural loads, human performance and piloting techniques during reentry.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of loads
Adjective
  • 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
  • And, there are lots of studies out there that show many in my generation have stopped believing in the promise of the American Dream.
    — Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Whereas many tech leaders have, like Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, touted the benefits of AI, many have also expressed concern about its perils.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of many
Noun
  • There were dozens of officers and police vehicles seen in the area, along with ambulances.
    — Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Smalltown daughter of a farmer and homemaker who cared for a dozen children in a cabin without electricity.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of dozen
Noun
  • Deutsche downgrades Novo Nordisk to sell from hold Deutsche cited a slew of negative catalysts for the rating change.
    — Michael Bloom, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Daredevil originally debuted on Netflix; however, after Disney+ launched, a slew of Marvel series on Netflix reverted to the Mouse House’s streaming service in mid-March 2022.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of slew
Noun
  • Experts said it was most likely caused by a partial glacier collapse that sent tons of ice and rock crashing down into the valley below, setting off a powerful landslide.
    — Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 27 Aug. 2026
  • This online co-op game brings players together in an open-world sandbox filled with mini-games, collectibles, and tons of secrets.
    — Jason Cohen, PC Magazine, 27 Aug. 2026
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