Synonyms for

Tens

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

Definition

Tens are a group of ten things.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Informal

dozens scores loads heaps

Antonyms

ones units singles individual few scant

Common collocations

  • tens of thousands
  • tens of thousands of
  • tens of millions
  • tens of millions of
  • tens of thousands of people
  • tens of thousands of dollars
  • tens of thousands of years

Word family

noun ten
adjective tenth

Usage note

The word 'tens' is primarily used to refer to multiples of ten, often in approximate quantities. It is not typically used as a direct antonym for other number ranges.

Example sentences

  1. I have tens of marbles in my collection.
  2. My teacher gave me tens of math problems to solve.
  3. There are tens of people waiting in line for the concert tickets.
  4. I can count to tens using my fingers.
  5. The store sells tens of books every day.

Quotes

  • The odds of hitting the jackpot in a casino are tens of millions to one.
  • Tens of thousands of people attended the music festival.
  • It takes tens of thousands of hours of practice to become an expert.

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