plethora

noun

ˈple-thə-rə How to pronounce plethora (audio)
Definition of plethoranext
1
as in plenty
an amount or supply more than sufficient to meet one's needs a biology textbook that is helpfully illustrated with a plethora of excellent illustrations

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2
as in surplus
the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed the author offers a plethora of detail that tends to overwhelm the reader

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Recent Examples of plethora The area Located in the heart of Deer Valley, there is plenty to do year round for any type of outdoor activity, a plethora of dining options, and some of the most beautiful strolls in the world. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 Smith’s sentencing submission further featured a plethora of statements from friends and family, many of whom argued that Smith should be spared a prison sentence so that he would not be separated from his children, especially an adolescent son. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2026 Besides listening to the best in rock and metal, festival-goers have a plethora of things to do, see and eat as the festival continues through Sunday. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026 Current City manager Enzo Maresca will have to try focus his plethora of star players – such as striker Erling Haaland – after what must have been a turbulent week for everyone involved at the club. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for plethora
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plethora
  1. abundance
  2. surplus
  3. wealth
  4. excess
Noun
  • Though Latin America’s sprawling club movement is at the forefront of dance music innovation, the inclusion of women has often lagged, despite an abundance of talent.
    — Richard Villegas, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2026
  • To hear Silicon Valley tell it, artificial intelligence will usher in a glorious new era of abundance.
    — Ming Lu, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of abundance
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  • Any business can be people-owned and operated, with surplus revenue going back to the customers and employees instead of to shareholders.
    — Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Menswear publications also began spotlighting military surplus liners as standalone jackets rather than removable insulation, and the style eventually expanded into designer collections and shopping guides.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of surplus
Noun
  • The administration has pitched the accounts as a path to serious wealth.
    — Fernanda Tronco, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Despite the fact that slavery had been abolished, it was transmuted into a different form, one that America continued to exploit to expand its wealth and industry.
    — Leslie Pariseau, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of wealth
Noun
  • The DynaTAC quickly became an emblem of 1980s ambition and excess, a communications device that doubled as a badge of executive clout.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Grease an 8-inch round cake pan, then line the bottom with parchment paper and flour the pan, tapping out the excess.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of excess

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“Plethora.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plethora. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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