Basic Details
Word: Infinite
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that has no end or limit; limitless.
Synonyms: Boundless, endless, limitless
Antonyms: Finite, limited
Idioms and Phrases
- Infinite possibilities: Refers to scenarios or options that have no limit. Example: "With her creativity, the project presented infinite possibilities."
- Beyond measure: Indicating something that cannot be quantified. Example: "The joy he felt when he saw his family was beyond measure."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The universe is often thought to be infinite, stretching beyond what we can see.
Example 2: She had an infinite amount of love for her pets, always caring for them deeply.
Example 3: There are infinite stars in the night sky, each telling its own story.
Fun Fact
The word "infinite" comes from the Latin word "infinitus," meaning "unbounded" or "endless." It has been used in mathematics and philosophy for centuries to describe concepts that cannot be limited.
Famous Quote
"The beauty of the world has two edges, one of laughter, one of anguish, cutting the heart asunder." Virginia Woolf - this reflects the infinite experiences life can bring.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "infinite" mean?
a) Having an end
b) Never ending
c) Very small
d) Limited
Answer: b) Never ending
2. Which of these is a synonym of "infinite"?
a) Boundless
b) Finite
c) Small
d) Restricted
Answer: a) Boundless
3. Which word is the opposite of "infinite"?
a) Endless
b) Limited
c) Boundless
d) Expansive
Answer: b) Limited
4. Which sentence uses "infinite" correctly?
a) The book had an infinite page count of only ten pages.
b) There are infinite stars in the universe.
c) The cat has an infinite amount of food.
d) He runs an infinite distance in a straight line.
Answer: b) There are infinite stars in the universe.
5. Which idiom means something similar to "infinite"?
a) Infinite possibilities
b) Countable numbers
c) Limited choices
d) Narrow path
Answer: a) Infinite possibilities
