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finite

の-Adjectiveな-AdjectiveNoun

Definitions

1. finite
2. limited

This な-adjective/noun describes something that has limits or boundaries, meaning it is not infinite. It is used in mathematics, business (such as in the term for a limited liability company), and everyday speech to contrast with something unlimited or endless.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Business operations are a constant series of decisions about allocating finite resources.

Sentence 2

I found myself wondering what to fill a finite life with.

Sentence 3

With a finite research budget, we have no choice but to limit the number of experiments.

Sentence 4

We learned in school that the Earth's resources are finite, right?

Sentence 5

Hey, is your concentration actually finite?