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Unnumbered - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

unnumbered

/ʌnˈnʌmbərd/ /ʌnˈnʌmbəd/

Definition:

Not counted or assigned a number; too many to count.

Synonyms:

countless, innumerable, infinite, myriad, untold

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

numbered, finite, limited

Common Collocations:

unnumbered pages, unnumbered stars, unnumbered possibilities

Derivatives:

unnumberable, unnumberedly

Usage Tips:

Use "unnumbered" to describe things that are too numerous or not assigned a specific number.

Common Phrases:

lost in the unnumbered crowd, unnumbered grains of sand, unnumbered blessings

Etymology:

Derived from prefix "un-" (not) + "numbered," from Old English "getæl" (number).

Examples:

  • 1. The library shelves held unnumbered books waiting to be cataloged.
  • 2. Her diary had unnumbered pages filled with sketches and notes.
  • 3. The night sky was dotted with unnumbered twinkling stars.
  • 4. Unnumbered opportunities await those who dare to dream big.

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