as in calculation
the act or process of performing mathematical operations to find a value
if you believe the president's numbers, we can afford these new programs and still have tax cuts
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
1
as in counts
to find the sum of (a collection of things) by noting each one as it is being added
number those apples and tell me how many you have
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in averages
to have a total of
the full-time staff numbers 30 people
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in includes
to have as part of a whole
is numbered among the great minds of our times
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of numbers
Zoe Sottile, CNN Money, 5 Jan. 2026
The center numbers a total of 110 employees, most of which born in the 2000s.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2025
His treasured collection, gathered over decades, personally packed and transported across the Atlantic, now numbers 9,000 discs.
—David Zane Mairowitz, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2025
The Starlink network now numbers more than 10,000 satellites, with more than 9,100 active and in use.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 11 Dec. 2025
That poses an existential threat to the Rice’s whale, which numbers only in the dozens and lives in the Gulf of Mexico, conservationists said.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2025
France is the latest European country to formally recognize Palestine as a state, joining the United Kingdom and adding to a growing list of global nations that now numbers more than 145.
—Alexander Smith, NBC news, 24 Sep. 2025
The death of the 2-year-old female panther marks the 13th this year for the endangered species, whose population only numbers a couple hundred, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
—Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2025
The ball crew, which numbers about 300 in total, is decked out in gear from Polo Ralph Lauren, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary as the Open’s official outfitter.
—Sofia Chierchio, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Verb
The vast majority of the state’s Somali population, which numbers around 108,000 in total, are US citizens.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for numbers
Noun
-
However, calculations on the fallout from atmospheric detonations forced scientists to rethink this.—
-
The calculation for state coffers is 18% of the gross wagering revenue.—
Verb
-
Without explicit training, civil servants risk assuming that a system that writes like an expert also counts like one.—
-
Kaling was styled by Erin Walsh, who also counts Selena Gomez and Anne Hathaway as clients.—
Verb
-
Household income averages $168,679, and home values average $946,327.—
Verb
-
The lineup includes mashups such as the Surf N' Turf burger, a Chicken Cheeseburger and the returning Chicken Big Mac, along with novelty items like an Espresso Milkshake, an Apple Pie Mini McFlurry and Big Mac sauce sold separately as a dip.—
-
The roundup includes major markdowns on everyday travel essentials like wireless earbuds, helpful toiletry bags, and cozy cold-weather picks such as the Litfun Fuzzy Memory Foam Slippers.—
Noun
-
The learning losses revealed in that report, September’s National Assessment of Educational Progress, show that vast numbers of high school seniors don’t even meet the most basic thresholds in reading or math.—
-
Reading and math scores Samuels said his priority is to address the city's enrollment problem, with a focus on bringing high-quality schools to every neighborhood.—
Verb
-
Rose tells Shaw that her community is concerned about sacred remains being disturbed.—
-
In this intimate portrait of life during the exhilarating early days of the women’s liberation movement in Scandinavia in the 1970s, Pernille Ipsen tells the stories of the seven women who raised her, who were all part of the women’s movement in Denmark.—
Verb
-
According to the World Weather Attribution, its wind speeds were 11% stronger and rainfall totals about 10% higher because of climate change.—
-
Helen Liu and Jonathan Guan, who are listed as being based in Los Altos, have provided the property with a second mortgage that totals $910,000.—
Verb
-
Use Paint to Refresh Cracked Wood Start by cleaning the wood with hot, soapy water that contains a degreasing agent.—
-
DeFi advocates also want to ensure the market structure bill contains language allowing individuals to self-custody their crypto.—
Cite this Entry
“Numbers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/numbers. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share