adj Uncommon

manifold

MA-nih-fohld

Manifold (adj) means existing in many different forms or kinds. Example: “The benefits of exercise are manifold.”

adj

Existing in many different forms or kinds.

"The benefits of exercise are manifold."

"She faced manifold challenges in her first year running the business."

noun

A pipe fitting that connects several inlets or outlets into one system.

"A cracked exhaust manifold was the source of the engine noise."

How to use manifold

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishNumerous and varied — or, in mechanics, a fitting that joins several pipes together.

When to use it

The "numerous and varied" sense is fairly formal or literary; everyday speech usually just says "many" or "various."

Common pairings

manifold reasons exhaust manifold manifold benefits

Word forms

more manifold comparative, more manifold comparative, manifolded past tense, manifolds plural, Manifolds plural, manifolds singular, most manifold superlative, most manifold superlative

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Etymology

From Old English manigfeald, a compound of many and -fold, meaning "many times over."

Origin: Old English

Synonyms

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various varied multiplicitous numerous countless eighty-eleven eleventeen eleventy feelefold fifty-eleven forty-eleven many

Antonyms

onefold singlefold

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Frequently asked questions

What does “manifold” mean?

The word “manifold” means existing in many different forms or kinds. In plain terms, numerous and varied — or, in mechanics, a fitting that joins several pipes together.

How do you pronounce “manifold”?

“Manifold” is pronounced MA-nih-fohld (/ˈmænɪˌfoʊld/ in IPA).

How do you use “manifold” in a sentence?

Here is “manifold” used in a sentence: “The benefits of exercise are manifold.”

What is another word for “manifold”?

Words with a similar meaning to “manifold” include various, varied, multiplicitous, numerous, countless and eighty-eleven.

What is the opposite of “manifold”?

The opposite of “manifold” — its antonyms — are onefold and singlefold.

What part of speech is “manifold”?

Depending on how it is used, “manifold” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “manifold” come from?

The word “manifold” comes from Old English. From Old English manigfeald, a compound of many and -fold, meaning "many times over.".

Is “manifold” a common word?

“Manifold” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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