Synonyms for

Lots

Verb / lɑ:ts / Another word for lots — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A large amount or number of something.

Synonyms & similar words

much lot stacks rafts band agooddeal gobs mint oodles plenty heaps bunch pile batch mountain administer portion spate draw dispense peck raft slews lashings greatdeal many plenty abundance numerous several masses heaps loads tons oceans gobs oodles scads zillions bazillions

Synonyms by register

Formal

numerous abundant plentiful copious

Informal

loads heaps tons oodles stacks

Literary

multitude profusion myriad

Antonyms

few scant little paucity shortage dearth

Common collocations

  • lots of
  • a lot of
  • lots more
  • lots better
  • lots of fun
  • lots of people
  • lots of time

Word family

noun lot
adverb lots

Usage note

Often used informally to mean 'many' or 'much'. While 'lots of' is common, 'many' or 'much' are generally preferred in formal writing.

Example sentences

  1. There are lots of birds in the sky today.
  2. I have lots of fun at the park.
  3. She has lots of shoes in her closet.
  4. We need lots of paint to finish the project.
  5. He has lots of work to do before the deadline.

Quotes

  • I have lots of things to prove to myself. One is that I can live my life fearlessly. - Oprah Winfrey
  • I know lots of people who are educated far beyond their intelligence. - Thurber
  • Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down. - Oprah Winfrey

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