Definition of much adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. The meaning of MUCH is great in quantity, amount, extent, or degree.

Understanding the Context

How to use much in a sentence. MUCH definition: 1. a large amount or to a large degree: 2. a far larger amount of something than you want or need….

Key Insights

Learn more. Much is used as an adjective or adverb, but it always means a large quantity, extent, or degree. When something hurts very much, it's very painful, and when your friend says your gift is very much appreciated, she's emphasizing how happy it made her.