1. The quality or state of being multiple or manifold; the existence of many different types or instances
The multiplicity of cultures in the city enriches the community.
A multiplicidade de culturas na cidade enriquece a comunidade.
2. A large number or variety of things; abundance
There is a multiplicity of options available for consumers.
Há uma multiplicidade de opções disponíveis para os consumidores.
3. In mathematics and physics, the number of times a value occurs or is repeated
The multiplicity of the root determines the behavior of the polynomial.
A multiplicidade da raiz determina o comportamento do polinômio.