Bounded

/ˈbaʊndɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To move with leaping strides.

The dog bounded across the field to fetch the ball.

Past tense of 'bound', meaning to leap or spring forward.

He bounded down the stairs in excitement.

adjective

Confined within limits; having boundaries.

The bounded garden was surrounded by a tall fence.

Having a specified range or limits.

The mathematician studied the bounded functions of calculus.

Restricted or limited in some way.

Her ambitions were bounded by her circumstances.

Derived from the verb 'bound', meaning to confine or limit.

bounded by

Restricted or limited by certain factors.

bounded domain

A domain in mathematics defined by specific boundaries.

bounded rationality

A concept in decision-making that describes the limitations of rationality.

bound

The past tense of bind; also refers to limits or connection.

boundary

A line or limit that marks the outer edge of an area.

unbounded

Not having any boundaries or limits.

Bound to happen

With all that training, he was bound to win the championship.

Bound for greatness

After his recent achievements, everyone believes he's bound for greatness.