numerous
adj.adj. existing in large numbers. You use this word when there are many of something, especially when you want to sound a bit more formal than using 'many'.
adj. consisting of a great number; existing in large quantity. Often used in formal or academic contexts as a more precise alternative to 'many'.
There are numerous reasons why I love this city.
The author received numerous awards for her latest novel about the history of jazz.
Despite numerous attempts to resolve the conflict through diplomatic channels, the two nations remained at a stalemate regarding their shared maritime border.
From Middle English numerous from Latin numerōsus (“numerous, abundant; harmonious”), from numerus (“number”). Doublet of numerose. Analyzeable as numero- + -ous.
Typically functions as an attributive adjective placed before the noun it modifies.