finite
adjective/ˈfaɪnaɪt/
Frequency rank: #5,670 most common English word
Meaning
having a limit; not infinite.
Example sentence
The earth's natural resources are finite, so we must use them wisely.
Synonyms & related words
- limited
- bounded
- restricted
- measurable
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