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plethora

Meaning

A large or excessive amount or quantity of something.

Examples by difficulty

Basic: Simple, everyday vocabulary — the easiest to read.

With a plethora of cookies on the table, the kids could not believe their luck. Every plate was filled with different kinds and there were more than enough for everyone. The abundance made the room feel bright and exciting as the children reached for their favorites.

She opened the box and a plethora of colorful candies spilled out, enough to share with the whole class. Her eyes widened, amazed by such a generous supply, a truly amazing amount of treats.

The farmers market overflowed with produce that Saturday. Tomatoes, squash, peppers, and berries crowded every table, a plethora of colors and shapes that made shoppers pause and marvel at the season's bounty. Sarah smiled, knowing she could cook for weeks with such abundance.

There was a plethora of socks under Timmy’s bed—so many that his dog tried to build a tiny sock fort. Every time Timmy pulled one out, three more seemed to appear, as if his laundry had become a sock factory working overtime.

My dog, Barnaby, dreams of a plethora of sausages. He sees them raining from the sky, piled in mountains, and swimming in a sea of gravy. He's a very happy, very full dog, usually with a bit of gravy on his snoot.

Normal: Standard, everyday language.

In the bustling marketplace, vendors displayed a plethora of goods for sale - from colorful fruits and vegetables to handmade crafts and clothing. The abundance of choices overwhelmed shoppers, who marveled at the sheer variety of items available.

The library boasted a plethora of books that spanned every genre imaginable. From classic literature to modern memoirs, history to science, shelves were overflowing with intriguing titles. With such an abundance of reading material, there was something to satisfy the curiosity of every reader who stepped through its doors.

In the dimly lit room, Sarah's heart raced as she saw the plethora of bodies strewn across the floor. Blood soaked into the carpet, creating a sickening pool of crimson. The stench of death hung heavy in the air, suffocating her senses. She tried to scream, but no sound escaped her trembling lips. The sight of so much violence and destruction was overwhelming, leaving her paralyzed with fear. The realization that she was trapped in a house of horrors with no way out filled her with a sense of dread unlike anything she had ever experienced before.

Sarah crept into the abandoned house, her heart pounding. Dust motes danced in the shafts of dim light, illuminating a plethora of forgotten objects. Broken dolls stared from shadowed corners, and tattered toys lay scattered like victims of a forgotten massacre. A sense of dread hung heavy in the air as she realized she wasn't alone.

In the magical forest, there was a plethora of colorful flowers blooming in the meadow. The fairies danced among the blossoms, their laughter filling the air with joy. As the sun set, the sky was painted with a plethora of hues, turning from pink to purple to deep blue. The creatures of the forest came out to play in the cool night, creating a symphony of sounds. It was a world filled with a plethora of wonders, where every corner held a new surprise. And in this enchanted place, anything was possible.

Advanced: Richer vocabulary that stretches an upper-level reader.

As I stepped into the farmer’s market, I was amazed by the plethora of ripe fruits piled on every table. The abundance made it hard to choose since every vendor displayed a profusion of colors and shapes, filling the air with a strong sense of possibility.

After weeks of careful planning, the volunteers arrived to find a plethora of donated supplies. There were piles of blankets, boxes of non-perishable food, and even a sizable collection of toys. It was more than enough to help everyone affected by the recent storm.

Sarah sighed as she surveyed her closet, overwhelmed by the plethora of shoes scattered across the floor. Sneakers, heels, boots, and sandals tumbled together in a chaotic jumble, each pair a testament to years of impulsive shopping and forgotten fashion whims.

At the buffet, Barry faced a plethora of desserts—so many cakes, pies, and cookies that his eyes nearly crossed in delight. He tried stacking his plate higher and higher, but the ample amount defeated him, leaving him surrendering heroically before a mountain of untouched cupcakes.

Barry, known for his questionable life choices, somehow managed to acquire a plethora of rubber chickens. They filled his apartment, a comical, squeaky abundance stretching from the floorboards to the ceiling, each one a silent testament to his peculiar enthusiasm.

Challenging: Rare, high-register vocabulary for serious word lovers.

Walking through the bustling farmers market, Mariah felt overwhelmed by the plethora of vibrant fruits and vegetables arranged in every direction. The ample amount of fresh produce far exceeded her expectations, making her decision difficult yet exciting amidst the profusion of colors and inviting aromas.

The overwhelmed baker surveyed the table. A plethora of exquisite pastries, each a testament to his nocturnal exertions, beckoned. He felt a profound weariness, yet also a surge of pride at this profusion of his efforts.

The farmers market overflowed with a plethora of produce, vibrant tomatoes and crisp lettuce spilling from wooden crates. Sarah wandered between stalls, overwhelmed by the sheer variety, her canvas bag slowly filling with fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs from local growers.

Gertrude stared aghast at the plethora of rubber ducks overflowing from her modest bathtub; an ample profusion so immense, they threatened to annex the neighboring shampoo bottles and stage a coup against the shower curtain, all squeaking in cacophonous unison as if demanding rubber sovereignty.

The wizard's laboratory housed a plethora of arcane implements; shimmering vials, bubbling retorts, and unidentifiable quinquennial fungi, all contributing to a stupendous, if slightly malodorous, profusion of potential mishaps.

Difficulty

Normal — Everyday words worth reinforcing.

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