1. a. Having bounds; limited: a finite list of choices; our finite fossil fuel reserves. b. Existing, persisting, or enduring for a limited time only; impermanent. 2. Mathematics a. Being neither infinite nor infinitesimal.
Definition of finite adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
finite (comparative more finite, superlative most finite) Having an end or limit; (of a quantity) constrained by bounds; (of a set) whose number of elements is a natural number. synonym
fi•nite (fī′ nīt), adj. having bounds or limits; not infinite; measurable. Mathematics (of a set of elements) capable of being completely counted. not infinite or infinitesimal. not zero. subject to limitations or conditions, as of space, time, circumstances, or the laws of nature: man's finite existence on earth. n. something that is finite.
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FINITE meaning: 1 : having limits having a limited nature; 2 : of or relating to a verb form that shows action that takes place at a particular time (such as the past)