Definitions

several

[sev-er-uhl, sev-ruhl] / ˈsɛv ər əl, ˈsɛv rəl /

ADJECTIVE

assorted, various

Synonyms

WEAK

a few a lot any certain considerable definite different disparate distinct divers diverse handful hardly any indefinite individual infrequent manifold many not many numerous only a few particular personal plural proportionate quite a few rare respective scant scanty scarce scarcely any separate single small number some sparse special specific sundry

Antonyms

WEAK

individual none one

Example Sentences

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Several radiologists tell her they wouldn’t want to work without AI assistance.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Several US outlets have reported a statement from his lawyers which says that Peters was "following the instructions of a licensed airboat guide", and that "no animals or people were harmed" during the incident.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Several previous “CoComelon” productions have successfully been unionized and covered by IATSE’s contract, including the Netflix series.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Several scholars have described the destruction of Hindu temples and deities in the Indian subcontinent.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Several times he coughed hard, expelling water, but he kept swimming.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret

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