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Definition of finite

finite

/ˈfaɪ.naɪt/
fi · nite
Adverb:finitely
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finite Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having limits or bounds; not infinite in size, amount, or duration.

Example

"Because fossil fuels are a finite resource, scientists are investing heavily in renewable energy."

2

(In mathematics) having a countable number of elements or a non-zero, non-infinite magnitude.

Example

"A finite set contains a specific number of elements that can be counted to completion."

3

(In grammar, of a verb form) inflected or limited by person, number, and tense, and able to serve as the main verb of an independent clause.

Example

"Every complete sentence in standard English requires at least one finite verb."

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• Rhymes for finite

• Nearby Words

finishable
finished
finisher
finite
finitely
finito
fink

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in Middle English from Latin 'finitus', the past participle of 'finire' (to limit or put an end to), derived from 'finis' (boundary or end).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Finite. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/finite
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