multiple
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈmʌltɪpəl/
KK: /ˈmʌltəpəl/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or consisting of more than one part, element, or individual.
Example
The project requires multiple teams to work together.
Conversation
Did you notice that the event has multiple activities planned?
Yeah, it sounds really fun with all those options available.
I’m excited to participate in multiple workshops this weekend!
Same here! It’ll be great to learn new things together.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
various
numerous
manifold
Antonyms
single
solitary
unique
noun
Definition
A number that can be divided by another number without leaving a remainder, or the result of multiplying a number by an integer.
Example
Six is a multiple of two because it can be divided by two evenly.
Conversation
Did you know that 15 is a multiple of 3?
Yeah, I remember learning that in math class.
It's interesting how numbers work, especially with multiples.
Root Explanation
Multiple → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "-ple" (from Latin "plicare", meaning to fold). The word "multiple" refers to something that is many-fold or consisting of many parts.
Memory Tip
Think of 'many' ('multi-') things that are 'folded' ('-ple') together — that's why multiple means having many parts.
Visually Confused Words
submultiple
nonmultiple
unmultiplied
unimultiplex
equimultiple