countless

adjective

count·​less ˈkau̇nt-ləs How to pronounce countless (audio)
: too numerous to be counted : myriad, many
countlessly adverb

Examples of countless in a Sentence

There are countless reasons why that would not be a good idea. I've been there countless times.
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There are seemingly countless hamlets and villages, a few highlights including Avignon, Roussillon, and Gordes. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2025 After decades of early mornings, late nights and countless sacrifices to build their dream, entrepreneurs often imagine their exit day as a moment of pure triumph. Rem Oculee, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 Our dependence on oil puts countless service members’ lives at risk and reinforces our reliance on a volatile and unstable global market with the potential to devastate the U.S. economy. James Brock, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2025 Her shared laughs with DeMar DeRozan, did his signature hand shake with Keegan Murray, had a friendly looking conversation with long-time friend Malik Monk and shared hugs with countless others. Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 8 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for countless

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of countless was in 1588

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“Countless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/countless. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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countless

adjective
count·​less ˈkau̇nt-ləs How to pronounce countless (audio)
: too numerous to be counted : innumerable

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