Myriad

Noun, adjective

Definition: A countless or extremely great number of people or things.

Synonyms: Multitude, Abundance, Multitude

Antonyms: Few, Limited

Examples:

The night sky was filled with a myriad of stars.
There are a myriad of ways to solve this problem.

Mnemonics:

Myriad is like "myriads" which means a large number.

Etymology:

Origin:

Late Middle English (as a noun): from late Latin, from Greek murias, murioi 'ten thousand'

Historical Usage:

The term "myriad" originated in Ancient Greece and was used to represent the number ten thousand. Over time, it evolved to refer to a large, indefinite number.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"A myriad of possibilities"

Explanation:

Referring to a wide range of possibilities or options.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "myriad" with "myriad of"

Explanation:

While it is common to see "myriad of" used in informal language, technically "myriad" already conveys the idea of a large number, and "of" is not necessary. However, it is widely accepted in contemporary usage.