several

[ˈsɛvrəl]

several Definition

• 1. more than two but not many
• 2. considered separately; respective

Using several: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "several" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I have several books on the topic.

• Example

  Several people were injured in the accident.

• Example

  We met several times before we started dating.

• Example

  The company has several offices around the world.

several Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for several

• various
• numerous
• some

Antonyms for several

• single
• one
• individual

Phrases with several

• several of

  used to refer to a small number of people or things that are part of a larger group

  Example

  Several of my friends are coming to the party.

• several times

  on multiple occasions

  Example

  I have told you several times not to do that.

• several years

  a period of time lasting more than two but not many years

  Example

  I lived in Japan for several years.

Origins of several

from Old French 'sevrer', meaning 'to separate'

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Summary: several in Brief

The term 'several' [ˈsɛvrəl] refers to a small number of things or people, more than two but not many. It can be used as a determiner, pronoun, or adjective. Examples include 'I have several books on the topic' and 'Several people were injured in the accident.' 'Several' can also be used in phrases like 'several of' and 'several times.'