26984 words

several

4 definitions • 6 examples
1
some; an amount that is not exact but is fewer than many:

Examples:

I've seen "Gone with the Wind" several times.
Several people have complained about the plans.
Several of my friends are learning English.
2
separate or different:

Examples:

We are striving to reach an agreement which will satisfy the several interests of the parties concerned.
3
(of an amount or number) more than two and fewer than many; some:

Examples:

I’ve seen "Star Wars" several times.
4
some of the people or things:

Examples:

Several in the building have complained about the fumes.

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