Definitions
- Referring to a large number of something that is more than two or three. - Talking about a quantity that is made up of several smaller parts or components. - Describing a situation where there are many options or possibilities.
- Referring to a small number of things that is more than two or three. - Talking about a quantity that is not too many but still significant. - Describing a situation where there are a few options or possibilities.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a quantity of something.
- 2Both words can be used as adjectives.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a number that is more than two or three.
What is the difference?
- 1Quantity: Multiple refers to a larger number than several.
- 2Components: Multiple can refer to a quantity that is made up of several smaller parts or components, while several does not imply this.
- 3Options: Multiple implies a greater number of options or possibilities than several.
- 4Formality: Multiple is more formal than several.
- 5Usage: Multiple is often used in technical or scientific contexts, while several is more commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Multiple and several are synonyms that refer to a quantity of something that is more than two or three. However, multiple implies a larger number and can refer to a quantity made up of smaller parts or components, while several refers to a smaller but still significant number. Additionally, multiple is more formal and often used in technical contexts, while several is more commonly used in everyday language.
