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ten thousand; myriad; numerous; greedy (literary)
Meanings
4 senses · 8 examplesnumeral
ten thousand; 10,000
The basic numerical unit. Also used to express a very large number or quantity.
The population of this city exceeds ten million.
The Great Wall is a famous ancient structure in China.
noun
myriad; a very great number; multitude
Used figuratively to indicate an extremely large quantity or variety.
May everything go according to your wishes is a common blessing.
This book covers a myriad of subjects and is worth reading.
adverb
absolutely; by all means; necessarily
Used in negative constructions to mean absolutely not or under no circumstances.
This matter absolutely must not be taken lightly.
I never imagined I would meet you here.
adjective
greedy; avaricious; covetous
literaryClassical/literary usage. Rare in modern Chinese except in specific historical or literary contexts. Often refers to insatiable greed.
Ancient texts state that people should not be greedy.
His avaricious nature eventually led to disaster and ruin.