MultiplicityThe condition of existing in many separate forms or parts. means having a large number of something, or the state of being multipleMore than one; consisting of many separate items or parts.. It is often used when there are many parts, forms, or instancesSpecific examples or occurrences of the same thing. of one thing.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˌmʌl.təˈplɪs.ə.ti/
Easy pronunciation: mul-tuh-PLIS-uh-tee (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on PLIS; secondary stress on the first syllable.
Pronounced for the noun meaning a large number or many of something.
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Multiplicity Meaning
many of something
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a large number
Example: The report referred to the multiplicity of causes behind the problem.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- numerosity — A direct synonym for the sense of having a large number.
- numerousness — A direct synonym for being numerous or existing in large numbers.
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Other Meanings of Multiplicity
Meaning 2
the state of having several parts, forms, or versions
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the property of being multiple
Example: The multiplicity of options made the decision difficult.
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Multiplicity Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- numerosity
- numerousness
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Common Mistakes
- Do not use multiplicity when you mean simply 'many' in an informal way; it is more formal and abstract.
- Do not confuse multiplicity with 'multiple' (an adjective) or 'multiply' (a verb).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does multiplicity mean?
Multiplicity means a large number of something or the state of being multiple.
What is a simple synonym for multiplicity?
For the main sense, good synonyms are numerosity and numerousness.
Is multiplicity the same as multiple?
Not exactly. Multiplicity is a noun meaning a large number or the state of being multiple, while multiple is usually an adjective.
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