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Indefinite vs Finite - What's the difference?

indefinite | finite |

As adjectives the difference between indefinite and finite

is that indefinite is without limit; forever, or until further notice; not definite while finite is having an end or limit; constrained by bounds.

indefinite

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Without limit; forever, or until further notice; not definite.
  • Vague or unclear.
  • Undecided or uncertain.
  • (mathematics) An integral without specified limits.
  • Derived terms

    * indefinitely * indefinite article * indefiniteness

    finite

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Having an end or limit; constrained by bounds.
  • (grammar, as opposed to infinite) limited by person or number.
  • The "goes" in "he goes" is a finite form of a verb

    Synonyms

    * limited

    Antonyms

    * infinite, nonfinite, infinitival * unlimited * endless * eternal * everlasting