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finite quantity

[ˈfaɪˌnaɪt ˈkwɒntɪti ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Noun}

mathematical term

A finite quantity is a quantity that is countable and has a specific value. It is limited in size or extent and can be represented by a specific number or measurement.

Synonyms

definite number, limited amount, specific quantity.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
finite quantity	Used in scientific or mathematical contexts to specify a bounded or limited amount. The chemical reaction can only occur with a finite quantity of the enzyme The resources on Earth are a finite quantity and must be managed wisely
limited amount	Used when emphasizing scarcity or restriction of availability, often in everyday situations. There is a limited amount of tickets available for the concert Due to the drought, we have a limited amount of water
specific quantity	Used when referring to an exact amount of something, often in instructions or regulations. Please measure out a specific quantity of flour for the recipe The regulations require a specific quantity of documents for verification
definite number	Often used when you need to specify an exact, countable figure, usually in mathematical or statistical contexts. Please add a definite number of rows to the spreadsheet There are a definite number of students registered for the class

Examples of usage

There are a finite quantity of apples in the basket.
The company has a finite quantity of resources available for the project.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

general usage

In everyday language, a finite quantity refers to something that has a definite end or limit. It implies that there is a finite amount available, not infinite.

Synonyms

bounded amount, limited quantity, restricted number.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
finite quantity	Used in scientific, technical, or mathematical contexts to describe a countable or measurable amount that has an end. The resources on Earth are a finite quantity Calculations show a finite quantity of solutions to the equation
limited quantity	Commonly used in everyday language to describe an amount that is not available in large numbers, often to imply scarcity. These shoes are available only in limited quantity Due to the drought, the farmers have a limited quantity of water
bounded amount	Often used in mathematical or technical contexts to describe an amount that is confined within certain limits. The algorithm runs in a bounded amount of time There is a bounded amount of energy that can be stored in this battery
restricted number	Used in formal or regulatory contexts to indicate a controlled or regulated number of items, often implying limitations by rules or laws. The club has a restricted number of memberships available each year There is a restricted number of entries allowed for the contest

Examples of usage

We only have a finite quantity of time to finish the task.
There is a finite quantity of seats available for the concert.

Translations

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Origin of 'finite quantity'

The term 'finite' originated from the Latin word 'finitus', meaning 'limited' or 'bounded'. In mathematics, the concept of finite quantities has been studied extensively, dating back to ancient civilizations such as the Babylonians and Greeks. The understanding of finite quantities plays a crucial role in various fields, including mathematics, physics, and computer science.