Million — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈmi(l)-yən/ mil·lion

Meaning & Definition of Million

Million (noun)

  1. a number equal to 1,000 times 1,000
  2. a very large number
  3. the mass of common people —used with the

Million (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in thousands, trillion

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Million

The most common words with a similar meaning to Million:

Chiefly British: lashings

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Million

Words with the opposite meaning of Million:

Word Forms of Million

Inflections: millions

Derived words: million (adjective), millionfold (adverb or adjective), millionth (adjective or noun)

Origin & Etymology of Million

Middle English milioun, from Middle French milion, from Old Italian milione, augmentative of mille thousand, from Latin

First known use: 14th century

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Frequently Asked Questions about Million

What does "Million" mean?

"Million" means a number equal to 1,000 times 1,000. As a noun, it is defined as: a number equal to 1,000 times 1,000.

What is another word for "Million"?

Other words for "Million" include gazillion, jillion, kazillion, thousands, trillion, zillion, army and bevy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Million" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Million"?

There are 99 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Million". Common alternatives include gazillion, jillion, kazillion, thousands, trillion, zillion, army, bevy, cram and crowd.

What is the opposite of "Million"?

Antonyms of "Million" include ace, bit, dab, dram, driblet, glimmer, handful and hint.

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

"Million" is a noun.

Is "Million" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Million" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Million"?

"Million" is pronounced /ˈmi(l)-yən/ and divided into syllables as mil·lion.

What is the origin of the word "Million"?

"Million" comes from Middle English milioun, from Middle French milion, from Old Italian milione, augmentative of mille thousand, from Latin. First known use: 14th century.