Hundred — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈhən-drəd/ hun·dred

Meaning & Definition of Hundred

Hundred (noun)

  1. a number equal to 10 times 10
  2. the numbers 100 to 999
  3. a great number

Hundred (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a considerable amount

    "it seems like we've answered this question hundreds of times"

Related Entry: Hundreds (noun)

Hundreds is a different word from Hundred. The synonyms below are for hundreds, not for hundred.

  1. a considerable amount

    "it seems like we've answered this question hundreds of times"

Related Entry: Four Hundred (noun)

Four Hundred is a different word from Hundred. The synonyms below are for Four Hundred, not for hundred.

  1. as in haut monde, beautiful people

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Hundred

The most common words with a similar meaning to Hundred:

Chiefly British: lashings

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Hundred

Words with the opposite meaning of Hundred:

Near Antonyms of Hundred

Word Forms of Hundred

Inflections: hundreds

Derived words: hundred (adjective), hundredfold (adjective or adverb), hundredth (adjective or noun)

Origin & Etymology of Hundred

Middle English, from Old English, from hund hundred + -red (akin to Goth rathjo account, number); akin to Latin centum hundred, Greek hekaton, Old English tien ten ten, reason:1

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Hundred

  • Topics: Numbers & Quantities

Words & Phrases Containing Hundred

Frequently Asked Questions about Hundred

What does "Hundred" mean?

"Hundred" means a number equal to 10 times 10. As a noun, it is defined as: a number equal to 10 times 10.

What is another word for "Hundred"?

Other words for "Hundred" include abundance, barrel, basketful, boatload, bucket, bunch, bundle and bushel. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Hundred" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Hundred"?

There are 101 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Hundred". Common alternatives include abundance, barrel, basketful, boatload, bucket, bunch, bundle, bushel, carload and chunk.

What is the opposite of "Hundred"?

Antonyms of "Hundred" include ace, bit, dab, dram, driblet, glimmer, handful and hint. Near antonyms include atom, crumb, dot and fleck.

How do you use "Hundred" in a sentence?

Examples of "Hundred" in a sentence: "it seems like we've answered this question hundreds of times".

Is "Hundred" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Hundred" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Hundred"?

"Hundred" is pronounced /ˈhən-drəd/ and divided into syllables as hun·dred.

What is the origin of the word "Hundred"?

"Hundred" comes from Middle English, from Old English, from hund hundred + -red (akin to Goth rathjo account, number); akin to Latin centum hundred, Greek hekaton, Old English tien ten ten, reason:1. First known use: before 12th century.