Finite
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfaɪ.naɪt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Finite is an adjective meaning Having an end or limit; (of a quantity) constrained by bounds; (of a set) whose number of elements is a natural number.
Meaning
Having an end or limit; (of a quantity) constrained by bounds; (of a set) whose number of elements is a natural number.
More Meanings
- (grammar) Limited by (i.e. inflected for) person or number.
- (ring theory, of a module (or algebra) over a ring) finitely generated (as a module).
- A thing which has an end or limit.
Example Sentences
Diſagreement in Subſtance or Eſſence […] may be called Diſproportion, as, there is a Diſproportion betvveen Finites and Infinites, i.e. there is no Proportion betvveen them.
Word Forms
- finites
Synonyms for finite
Depending on context, synonyms include limited, impermanent, inflected, bounded, tensed, delimited.
Antonyms for finite
Common opposites include infinite, infinitival, unlimited, eternal, everlasting, non-finite.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bounded, delimited, impermanent, exhaustible, limited, inflected.
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