Synonyms of countlessnext
: too numerous to be counted : myriad, many
countlessly adverb

Examples of countless in a Sentence

There are countless reasons why that would not be a good idea. I've been there countless times.
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There have been countless books, movies and TV shows adapted from or inspired by Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes stories. — Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026 The Marine Cream predates today’s collagen skin care boom, while the Cleansing Balm has held its own through countless new launches, viral routines, and changing beauty trends. — Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026 The Mississippi State grad, 61, has definitely done his share of watching, waiting and warning us about countless, serious weather events. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026 Creative Co-Op Martini Table This style of tripod side tables is a staple across countless home tours—like this Pennsylvania Georgian Revival, and even Keke Palmer’s Los Angeles home. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for countless

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of countless was in 1593

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“Countless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/countless. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

Kids Definition

countless

adjective
: too numerous to be counted : innumerable
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