Infinite — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈin-fə-nət/ in·fi·nite

Meaning & Definition of Infinite

Infinite (adjective)

  1. extending indefinitely, endless
  2. immeasurably or inconceivably great or extensive, inexhaustible
  3. subject to no limitation or external determination

Infinite (noun)

  1. something that is infinite (as in extent, duration, or number)

Infinite (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being or seeming to be without limits

    "the infinite expanse of outer space"

    similar: bottomless, boundless, endless, fathomless, horizonless, illimitable, immeasurable, immensurable, indefinite, limitless, measureless, unbounded, unfathomable, unlimited
    related: abysmal, countless, incalculable, incomputable, inestimable, innumerable, unmeasured, exhaustless, inexhaustible, extensive, far-flung, immense, vast
    opposite: bounded, circumscribed, confined, definite, finite, limited, restricted
    near: fathomable, measurable, depthless, shallow, superficial

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Infinite

The most common words with a similar meaning to Infinite:

bottomless, boundless, endless, fathomless, horizonless, illimitable, immeasurable, immensurable, indefinite, limitless, measureless, unbounded, unfathomable, unlimited

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Infinite

Words with the opposite meaning of Infinite:

bounded, circumscribed, confined, definite, finite, limited, restricted

Related Words for Infinite

abysmal, countless, incalculable, incomputable, inestimable, innumerable, unmeasured, exhaustless, inexhaustible, extensive, far-flung, immense, vast

Near Antonyms of Infinite

fathomable, measurable, depthless, shallow, superficial

Word Forms of Infinite

Derived words: infiniteness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Infinite

Middle English infynyt, borrowed from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French infinit, borrowed from Latin infīnītus "indefinite, having no limit, endless," from in- in-:1 + fīnītus "specific, definite, having bounds or limits" finite

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Infinite

in someone's (infinite) wisdom

Frequently Asked Questions about Infinite

What does "Infinite" mean?

"Infinite" means extending indefinitely, endless. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: extending indefinitely, endless.

What is another word for "Infinite"?

Other words for "Infinite" include bottomless, boundless, endless, fathomless, horizonless, illimitable, immeasurable and immensurable. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Infinite" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Infinite"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Infinite". Common alternatives include bottomless, boundless, endless, fathomless, horizonless, illimitable, immeasurable, immensurable, indefinite and limitless.

What is the opposite of "Infinite"?

Antonyms of "Infinite" include bounded, circumscribed, confined, definite, finite, limited and restricted. Near antonyms include fathomable, measurable, depthless and shallow.

How do you use "Infinite" in a sentence?

Examples of "Infinite" in a sentence: "the infinite expanse of outer space".

Is "Infinite" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Infinite" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Infinite"?

"Infinite" is pronounced /ˈin-fə-nət/ and divided into syllables as in·fi·nite.

What is the origin of the word "Infinite"?

"Infinite" comes from Middle English infynyt, borrowed from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French infinit, borrowed from Latin infīnītus "indefinite, having no limit, endless," from in- in-:1 + fīnītus "specific, definite, having bounds or limits" finite. First known use: 14th century.