finite
/ˈfaɪnaɪt/
adjective
- Having limits or bounds; not infinite.
- Human life is finite, which makes every moment precious.
- The number of tickets available is finite, so buy yours early.
- Earth's resources are finite, so we must use them wisely.
- (of a verb form) showing tense, person, and number; not an infinitive or participle.
- In the sentence 'She runs,' the word 'runs' is a finite verb.
- Unlike 'to go,' the word 'went' is a finite verb because it shows past tense.
- Finite verbs change form to show when an action happens.