countless

[ kount-lis ]

adjective

1. too numerous to count; innumerable:

   the countless stars.

   Synonyms: unlimited, myriad, endless, numberless

countless

/ ˈkaʊntlɪs /

adjective

1. innumerable; myriad

Other Words From

• countless·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of countless¹

First recorded in 1580–90; count ¹ + -less

Example Sentences

Like the Marvel Cinematic Universe or scripted series with countless spinoffs, reality TV has become more reliant on proven franchises as the industry becomes more risk-averse.

From Los Angeles Times

Take Hegseth, the man Trump wants to oversee three million men and women in uniform and countless civilian employees of the Department of Defense.

From Salon

“I’d like to think that I’m thoroughly enjoying my new ‘residence,’ and that the countless rumors that there is a big working ‘studio in the sky’ are true,” the note continued.

From Los Angeles Times

After receiving countless customer complaints on social media regarding its inadequate portion sizes, Chipotle has confirmed that it has since been serving “consistent and generous portions” and prioritizing consumer needs.

From Salon

Even worse, Kalmus said, Trump and his economic adviser Tesla CEO Elon Musk are going to take the ax to countless unrelated science initiatives that run afoul of their political positions.

From Salon

Related Words

• endless
• myriad
• uncounted
• untold