legions
word · lemma: legion
Definition
Legions means very large numbers of people or things; originally, it referred to a large unit of the ancient Roman army.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal or literary contexts to suggest very large numbers, often 'legions of fans'. Originally meant Roman army units. Rarely used for actual military today.
Spanish: legiones - multitudesPortuguese (BR): legiões - multidõesPortuguese (PT): legiões - multidõesChinese (Simplified): 大批 - 大量 - 军团Chinese (Traditional): 大批 - 大量 - 軍團Hindi: लाखों - भीड़Arabic: جحافل - حشود
Example Sentences
There are legions of tourists in the city during summer.
basic
The ancient Roman army was divided into legions.
basic
He faced legions of problems when starting his company.
basic
After the concert, legions of fans waited outside for autographs.
natural
His new book has attracted legions of readers.
natural
There are legions of reasons not to trust him after what happened.
natural