Meaning & Definition of word "Bounded"

Bounded

/ˈbaʊndɪd/

1. To move with leaping strides.
- Example: The dog bounded across the field to fetch the ball.
2. Past tense of 'bound', meaning to leap or spring forward.
- Example: He bounded down the stairs in excitement.

1. Confined within limits; having boundaries.
- Example: The bounded garden was surrounded by a tall fence.
2. Having a specified range or limits.
- Example: The mathematician studied the bounded functions of calculus.
3. Restricted or limited in some way.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: Bound to happen

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

Meaning: Bound for greatness

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