Meaning & Definition of word "Multitude"
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Multitude
/ˈmʌl.tɪ.tjuːd/
noun:
- 1. A large number of people or things.
- Example: The concert attracted a multitude of fans from all over the country.
- 2. The state of being numerous.
- Example: A multitude of stars filled the night sky.
- 3. An assembly or crowd of people.
- Example: The multitude gathered in the square to hear the speaker.
Etymology
From Latin 'multitudo', meaning 'greatness, abundance'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a multitude of:
A large number of things or people.
multitude of options:
A wide variety of choices.
in the midst of a multitude:
Surrounded by a large crowd.
Related Words
numerous:
Consisting of many items; a large quantity.
plethora:
An excess or overabundance of something.
crowd:
A large number of people gathered together.
Slang Meanings of multitude
Meaning: A ton of people
Example Sentence: There were a ton of people at the concert last night.
Meaning: Loads of options
Example Sentence: We've got loads of options for dinner tonight.