Meaning & Definition of word "Finite"
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Finite
/ˈfaɪnaɪt/
adjective:
- 1. having bounds or limits; not infinite.
- Example: The resources available for the project are finite, so we must use them wisely.
- 2. existing only for a limited time; not lasting indefinitely.
- Example: She has a finite amount of time to complete the exam.
- 3. mathematically defined as a quantity that is not infinite.
- Example: In calculus, we often encounter finite numbers during integration.
Etymology
From Latin 'finitus', past participle of 'finire' meaning 'to limit, end'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
finite resources:
Resources that are limited in availability.
finite amount:
A specific, countable quantity.
Related Words
infinite:
Endless or without limits.
finite set:
A set with a distinct number of elements.