Synonyms for Several & Similar Words
Definition of several
- adjective
- (used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many; "several letters came in the mail"; "several people were injured in the accident"
- considered individually; "the respective club members"; "specialists in their several fields"; "the various reports all agreed"
- distinct and individual; "three several times"
2 synonyms found
Writing tips for "several"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like respective, various can replace "several" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Several" in song lyrics
See how several is used in real songs:
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"Fresh out the federal cases I got several"
Beanie Sigel f/ Peedi Crack — Flatline -
"Street degrees to Gs, congratulations to several"
Big Syke f/ Above the Law — Satelite Niggaz -
"I made a million promises and have broken several"
Buck 65 — Leftfielder