Synonyms for

Hundred

Verb / ˈhʌndrʌd / / ˈhʌndrɪd / / ˈhʌnɜ:d / / ˈhʌndɜ:d / Another word for hundred — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

an amount that is equal to ten times ten or a group of one hundred things

Synonyms & similar words

onehundred c onec century century myriad

Synonyms by register

Formal

one hundred a century

Informal

a ton loads heaps zillions

Literary

score multitude

Antonyms

few some several many numerous scant limited

Common collocations

  • hundred percent
  • hundred miles
  • hundred years
  • hundred times
  • hundred dollars
  • hundred people
  • hundred reasons

Word family

noun hundred
adjective hundredth
adverb hundredfold

Usage note

While 'hundred' can be used informally to mean 'a lot', it is primarily a specific cardinal number. Avoid using it as a direct antonym for 'few' or 'some' as it represents a precise quantity.

Example sentences

  1. There are a hundred students in my school.
  2. My grandma is a hundred years old.
  3. I counted to a hundred in my head.
  4. I want to eat a hundred cookies.
  5. I have to write a hundred words for my essay.

Quotes

  • 'A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.' - Chinese Proverb
  • 'I would rather die of passion than of boredom.' - Vincent van Gogh
  • 'Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.' - Mahatma Gandhi

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