multiple meaning
multiple :
many, various
adjective
▪ She has multiple books on her desk.
▪ She has many books on her desk.
▪ They visited multiple countries last year.
▪ They visited many countries last year.
paraphrasing
▪ numerous – many
▪ several – more than one
▪ diverse – various
▪ manifold – many
multiple :
a number that can be divided by another number without a remainder
noun
▪ Twelve is a multiple of three.
▪ Twelve can be divided by three without a remainder.
▪ Six is a multiple of two.
▪ Six can be divided by two without a remainder.
paraphrasing
▪ factor – a number that divides another number
▪ divisor – a number that divides another number
Pronunciation
multiple [ˈmʌl.tɪ.pəl]
The stress is on 'mul' and sounds like 'mul-ti-pul'.
Common phrases and grammar about multiple
multiple - Common meaning
adjective
many, various
noun
a number that can be divided by another number without a remainder
Part of Speech Changes for "multiple"
▪ multiply (verb) – to increase in number
▪ multiplication (noun) – the process of multiplying
Common Expressions with "multiple"
▪ multiple choices – many options
▪ multiple tasks – many jobs
▪ multiple uses – many ways to use
▪ multiple factors – many reasons
Important examples of multiple in TOEIC
Vocabulary examples from the TOEIC test
In TOEIC vocabulary questions, multiple often refers to having many options or parts.
Example of a confusing word: multiply (to increase in number)
Grammar examples from the TOEIC test
As an adjective, multiple is used to describe nouns that have many parts or options in TOEIC questions.
multiple
Idioms and fixed expressions in TOEIC
multiple choice
'many options', used in exams or tests.
multiple times
means 'many times', used to express frequency.
Differences between similar words and multiple
multiple
,
numerous
differences
Multiple is used to describe various things or options, while numerous emphasizes a large number.
multiple
,
several
differences
Multiple refers to many or more than one, while several refers to a few or some.
Words with the same origin as multiple
The origin of multiple
The word's etymology is not clear.
Word structure
The analysis of the word's composition is unclear.
Words with the same origin
The word's root is unclear or difficult to confirm.
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