Multiple — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈməl-tə-pəl/ mul·ti·ple

Meaning & Definition of Multiple

Multiple (adjective)

  1. consisting of, including, or involving more than one
  2. many, manifold
  3. shared by many

Multiple (noun)

  1. the product of a quantity by an integer
  2. something in units of more than one or two
  3. parallel

Multiple (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. used or done by a number of people as a group

    "multiple ownership of a vacation condo"

    similar: collaborative, collective, combined, common, communal, concerted, conjoint, conjunct, cooperative, joint, mutual, pooled, public, shared, united
    related: bilateral, consensual, reciprocal, symbiotic, synergic, synergistic, two-way, mass, popular, general, generic, universal
    opposite: exclusive, individual, one-man, one-sided, one-way, single, sole, solitary, unilateral
    near: personal, private, independent, separate, several, esoteric, particular, special, specialized

  2. being of a large but indefinite number

    "the multiple achievements of her long career in public service"

    similar: beaucoup (slang), legion, many, multifold, multiplex, multitudinous, numerous, all kinds of, quite a few
    related: countless, innumerable, numberless, uncountable, unnumbered, untold, several, some, miscellaneous, mixed, sundry, various, divers, manifold, multifarious, myriad
    opposite: few
    near: countable, limited

Related Entry: Multiple sclerosis (noun)

Multiple sclerosis is a different word from Multiple. The synonyms below are for multiple sclerosis, not for multiple.

  1. as in cerebral palsy, poliomyelitis

    similar: cerebral palsy, poliomyelitis, palsy, paralysis, debilitation, debility, decrepitude, enfeeblement, feebleness, frailness, frailty, weakness, infirmity, lameness, disability, impairment, diplegia, hemiplegia, paraplegia, paresis, quadriplegia, spastic paralysis
    opposite: mobility, motility, sensation

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Multiple

The most common words with a similar meaning to Multiple:

Slang: beaucoup
collaborative, collective, combined, common, communal, concerted, conjoint, conjunct, cooperative, joint, mutual, pooled, public, shared, united, legion, many, multifold, multiplex, multitudinous, numerous, all kinds of, quite a few

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Multiple

Words with the opposite meaning of Multiple:

exclusive, individual, one-man, one-sided, one-way, single, sole, solitary, unilateral, few

Related Words for Multiple

bilateral, consensual, reciprocal, symbiotic, synergic, synergistic, two-way, mass, popular, general, generic, universal, countless, innumerable, numberless, uncountable, unnumbered, untold, several, some, miscellaneous, mixed, sundry, various, divers, manifold, multifarious, myriad

Near Antonyms of Multiple

personal, private, independent, separate, several, esoteric, particular, special, specialized, countable, limited

Origin & Etymology of Multiple

French, from Latin multiplex, from multi- + -plex -fold -fold

First known use: 1647

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Multiple

Words & Phrases Containing Multiple

multiple allele, multiple chemical sensitivity, multiple-choice, multiple factor, multiple myeloma, multiple personality disorder, multiple regression, multiple sclerosis

Frequently Asked Questions about Multiple

What does "Multiple" mean?

"Multiple" means consisting of, including, or involving more than one. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: consisting of, including, or involving more than one. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Multiple"?

Other words for "Multiple" include collaborative, collective, combined, common, communal, concerted, conjoint and conjunct. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Multiple" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Multiple"?

There are 52 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Multiple". Common alternatives include collaborative, collective, combined, common, communal, concerted, conjoint, conjunct, cooperative and joint.

What is the opposite of "Multiple"?

Antonyms of "Multiple" include exclusive, individual, one-man, one-sided, one-way, single, sole and solitary. Near antonyms include personal, private, independent and separate.

How do you use "Multiple" in a sentence?

Examples of "Multiple" in a sentence: "multiple ownership of a vacation condo"; "the multiple achievements of her long career in public service".

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

"Multiple" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

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

As a B2-level word, "Multiple" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Multiple"?

"Multiple" is pronounced /ˈməl-tə-pəl/ and divided into syllables as mul·ti·ple.