several
Translation
several, a number of, some
Examples
Several people are waiting outside.
Several people are waiting outside.
Of the options, several are good.
Of the options, several are good.
Grammar Patterns
several + [plural noun] Several people are waiting outside.
Similar Words
Synonyms: some, a few, a number of; Antonyms: none, many
Etymology
From Old French 'sevrer' (to separate), from Latin 'separare'. The idea is of 'separate, distinct individuals'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'SEVERal' as a group of things that have been 'severed' or separated from a larger whole. It's more than two, but not a large number.