Infinite
/ˈɪnfɪnət/
Definitions
Having no limit or end in space, time, or extent; immeasurably great or extensive.
/ˈɪnfɪnət/
Without limits or end
The universe is believed to be infinite.
💡 Simply: Infinite means something that goes on forever, like the number of stars in the sky or a friendship that lasts a very long time. Think of it like a road that never ends.
👶 For kids: Something that goes on forever and ever, like the stars in the sky!
More Examples
There are infinite possibilities for the future.
His patience seemed infinite when dealing with the children.
How It's Used
"The concept of infinite sets is fundamental to set theory."
"Some philosophers argue about the existence of an infinite God."
"She has an infinite capacity for forgiveness."
Idioms & expressions
ad infinitum
Forever; endlessly; without limit.
"The arguments went on ad infinitum."
From Latin *infinitus* 'unlimited', from *in-* 'not' + *finitus* 'limited', past participle of *finire* 'to finish, limit'.
Used in philosophical and mathematical discussions since ancient times, but gained broader usage during the Enlightenment.
Memory tip
Imagine a line that never stops – that's infinite!
Practice
Word Origin
Root: in- (not) + finitus (limited)