B2 noun 中性

finite

/ˈfaɪnaɪt/

Something that has a fixed limit or a specific size and is not infinite. It is used to describe resources, time, or sets that will eventually come to an end or have a measurable boundary.

例句

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1

The world has a finite supply of oil, so we must transition to renewable energy.

The world has a finite supply of oil, so we must transition to renewable energy.

2

The court ruled that the contract was only valid for a finite period of time.

The court ruled that the contract was only valid for a finite period of time.

3

I only have a finite amount of energy today, so I'm staying home.

I only have a finite amount of energy today, so I'm staying home.

词族

名词
finitude
副词
finitely
形容词
finite
相关
finiteness
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记忆技巧

Think of the word 'finish.' If something is finite, it has a point where it will 'finish' or end.

快速测验

The geologist explained that the island's fresh water is a ____ resource that must be managed carefully.

正确!

正确答案是: finite

例句

1

The world has a finite supply of oil, so we must transition to renewable energy.

everyday

The world has a finite supply of oil, so we must transition to renewable energy.

2

The court ruled that the contract was only valid for a finite period of time.

formal

The court ruled that the contract was only valid for a finite period of time.

3

I only have a finite amount of energy today, so I'm staying home.

informal

I only have a finite amount of energy today, so I'm staying home.

4

In this mathematical model, we are dealing with a finite set of variables.

academic

In this mathematical model, we are dealing with a finite set of variables.

5

Our budget for the current fiscal year is finite and cannot be exceeded under any circumstances.

business

Our budget for the current fiscal year is finite and cannot be exceeded under any circumstances.

词族

名词
finitude
副词
finitely
形容词
finite
相关
finiteness

常见搭配

finite resources finite resources
finite amount finite amount
finite number finite number
finite supply finite supply
finite period finite period

常用短语

finite quantity

finite quantity

finite state

finite state

within a finite period

within a finite period

容易混淆的词

finite vs definite

Definite means certain or clearly stated, while finite means having a limited size or end.

finite vs final

Final refers to the very last thing in a series, while finite refers to the quality of being limited.

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使用说明

Finite is most commonly used in technical, scientific, or economic contexts to emphasize that something is not limitless. It is the direct logical opposite of infinite.

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常见错误

Learners often mispronounce the word as 'fin-it'; the correct pronunciation uses a long 'i' sound like 'fine-night'.

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记忆技巧

Think of the word 'finish.' If something is finite, it has a point where it will 'finish' or end.

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词源

Derived from the Latin word 'finitus,' which is the past participle of 'finire,' meaning to limit, set bounds to, or end.

语法模式

Used primarily as an attributive adjective before a noun. Can be used as a predicative adjective after a linking verb. In linguistics, it describes 'finite verbs' which are marked for tense and person.
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文化背景

In environmental discourse, the term is frequently used to describe Earth's natural resources to promote sustainability.

快速测验

The geologist explained that the island's fresh water is a ____ resource that must be managed carefully.

正确!

正确答案是: finite

相关词

subsupertion

C1

Describing a state, process, or entity that exists across or connects both subordinate and superior levels within a hierarchical system. It refers to the intersectional quality of elements that influence both the foundational and the overarching structures of an organization or concept.

multiphobfy

C1

A psychological state characterized by the convergence and compounding of multiple distinct phobias into a single, pervasive condition. It refers to the complex interplay where various irrational fears amplify each other, often leading to total cognitive paralysis.

adnavant

C1

Describing something that is moving forward or situated in a leading, proactive position within a sequence or system. It is often used in technical or formal contexts to denote a state of advancement or a strategic frontward placement.

uniscendure

C1

To integrate multiple complex systems or disparate elements into a single, cohesive, and simplified path of operation. It describes the act of unifying various components while simultaneously grounding them into a more accessible or fundamental structure.

enalterion

C1

Describes a state, condition, or pattern that occurs in a sequence of alternating or recurring stages. It is typically used in technical, medical, or formal contexts to characterize systems that shift between two or more distinct modes.

superloqucide

C1

Describing a person or style of communication that is so excessively talkative it effectively 'kills' the conversation or prevents others from participating. It refers to a level of verbosity that dominates and stifles any potential for balanced dialogue.

circumuniery

C1

The state or act of encircling a single, central point or unity. It describes a structural or conceptual arrangement where all elements are oriented toward a one-point focus or central core.

bigravive

C1

Describes a state or entity influenced by two distinct centers of gravity or significant forces. It is typically used to characterize situations where two powerful, often opposing, pressures exert equal pull on an individual or system.

contraclamly

C1

A rare adjective describing a state of being quietly defiant or stubbornly silent in direct opposition to public noise or popular outcry. It characterizes an individual or attitude that uses composed silence as a strategic tool to resist external pressure or chaos.

univadacy

C1

To unify or standardize disparate elements, systems, or ideas into a single, cohesive framework. This verb is primarily used in specialized technical or administrative contexts to describe the process of achieving total systemic consistency.

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