galore
/gə'lɔ:/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- In great abundance; plentiful: "Galore" describes something that exists in very large quantities or numbers.
- In great numbers: It is used to emphasize a large, plentiful, or impressive amount of something.
Usage
- Position: "Galore" is used after the noun it modifies. It is not placed before the noun.
- Function: It functions as a postpositive adjective, meaning it comes after the word it describes. It is often used in informal or enthusiastic contexts to convey a sense of plentifulness.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The festival had food stalls, games, and entertainment galore.
- After the success of her first book, she received offers galore from publishers.
- The garden in spring is a sight to behold with tulips galore.
Advanced Usage
- "Galore" as an emphatic postpositive: It is used for stylistic emphasis to create a lively or celebratory tone about abundance.
- The new shopping center boasts designer stores galore.
- Use in titles and advertising: Commonly used to attract attention by promising plenty.
- Come to the summer fair for fun and prizes galore!
Variants and Related Words
- Abundant (adj): Existing in large quantities; plentiful. (Placed before the noun: ).
- Plentiful (adj): Existing in ample quantity. (Placed before the noun: ).
- Aplenty (adv/adj): In plentiful supply; abundant. (Similar postpositive use: ).
Synonyms
- In abundance
- In profusion
- Aplenty
- A great many
Notes on Different Meanings
- Single Meaning: "Galore" has a single core meaning related to abundance. It does not have distinct separate meanings, but its application can vary across contexts (e.g., objects, opportunities, people).
Related Idioms and Phrases
- (There's) something galore: A common pattern to state that a large amount of something is present.
- At the conference, there were networking opportunities galore.
- And [noun] galore: A frequent structure in lists to end with an emphasis on plentifulness.
- The package includes tools, instructions, and support galore.
Adjective
- existing in abundance
- abounding confidence
- whiskey galore
- in great numbers
- daffodils galore