myriad
Translation
countless, innumerable, a great number of
Examples
The night sky was full of myriad stars.
The night sky was full of myriad stars.
There are a myriad of reasons for the delay.
There are a myriad of reasons for the delay.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) countless or extremely great in number The city has myriad attractions.
a myriad of ((noun)) a very large number of something There are a myriad of possibilities.
Similar Words
Synonyms: countless, innumerable, numerous; Antonyms: few, limited
Etymology
From the Greek word 'myrias', meaning 'ten thousand', which evolved to mean 'a very large number'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a pyramid made of a 'myriad' of tiny stones. The similar sound can help you remember.