much (EN)

determiner, adverb, pronoun

determiner “much”

1. a large amount of (modifying a noun)
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   After much consideration, she decided to take the job offer.
2. (following "as", "this" etc.) used to indicate the quantity of something
   I didn't expect this much traffic on the road today.

adverb “much”

1. (modifying a verb) to a great extent
   She hasn't been sleeping much lately.
2. (modifying a verb) often; frequently
   Do you travel much for work?
3. (following "as", "this" etc.) used to indicate the extent
   The baby didn't eat as much as its mother wanted.

pronoun “much”

1. a large amount or great extent (preceding a verb)
   Much is known about this particular scientific question.