A bevy is a large group of people or things, especially when they're all gathered together in one place. When a bevy of reporters surrounds a famous athlete after a big game, they're all crowding around asking questions at once. When your teacher brings a bevy of new books to the classroom, she's carrying an impressive collection for everyone to enjoy.

A bevy suggests a collection with energy, activity, and maybe even a bit of pleasant chaos. You might see a bevy of tourists at a famous landmark, a bevy of kids rushing out for recess, or a bevy of options on a restaurant menu.

Bevy often appears with the word “of”: a bevy of supporters, a bevy of choices, a bevy of beauties. It's a more colorful and interesting way to say “a lot of” or “many,” and it suggests that whatever you're describing is worth noticing.