large indefinite quantity
Definition
Noun: A significant but unspecified amount or number that is noticeably greater than what is typical or average. It refers to a substantial quantity that is not precisely measured or counted.
Usage
This term is used to describe a considerable amount of something when the exact number or measurement is unknown, unnecessary, or intentionally vague. It emphasizes the size being above the norm. - The charity received a large indefinite quantity of donations after the appeal. - The recipe calls for a large indefinite quantity of herbs, so just add them to your taste.
Advanced Usage
- Used in formal, academic, or descriptive writing to generalize about substantial amounts without committing to a specific figure.
- Often implies an amount sufficient to have a noticeable impact or effect.
- The new policy generated a large indefinite quantity of feedback from the public.
Variants and Related Words
- Large indefinite amount: A near-identical variant, often used interchangeably.
- Slew (noun, informal): A large number or amount.
- Multitude (noun): A large number of people or things.
Synonyms
- Substantial amount: A considerable quantity.
- Considerable number: A large but unspecified count.
- Vast quantity: An immense amount.
Antonyms
- Small indefinite quantity: An unspecified amount that is below average.
- Handful: A small number or amount.
- Scarcity: Insufficiency of amount or supply.
Related Phrases
- A great deal of: A large amount of (used with uncountable nouns).
- He has a great deal of experience.
- A lot of: A large number or amount of (used with both countable and uncountable nouns).
- She has a lot of books.
Noun
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an indefinite quantity that is above the average in size or magnitude
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