Synonyms for

Much

Verb / mʌtʃ / Another word for much — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A large amount or quantity of something.

Synonyms & similar words

little often alot verymuch agreatdeal practically agooddeal lots plenty abundant considerable substantial enough ample great copious excessive extensive hefty huge massive muchly numerous prodigious significant sizable vast

Synonyms by register

Formal

considerable substantial significant extensive

Informal

a lot loads tons heaps

Literary

manifold plenteous abundant

Antonyms

little few scant minimal slight inconsiderable

Common collocations

  • so much
  • too much
  • as much as
  • much more
  • much less
  • much ado about nothing
  • much of the time

Word family

noun muchness
adverb muchly

Usage note

Primarily used as a determiner or adverb to indicate a large amount or degree. Often used in negative sentences and questions, or with 'if' and 'whether'.

Example sentences

  1. There is too much food on my plate.
  2. I don't have much time to play.
  3. I love you so much.
  4. We have much to do today.
  5. I didn't like the movie very much.

Quotes

  • The best things in life are free. The second-best are very expensive.
  • Much learning does not teach understanding.
  • A little knowledge that acts is worth infinitely more than much knowledge that is idle.

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