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Meaning of limited in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈlɪmədəd/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    limited

    Definitions

    1. subject to limits or subjected to limits

    Synonyms

    • restricted
  2. 2. including only a part

    Synonyms

    • noncomprehensive
    • incomprehensive
  3. 3. mediocre

    Synonyms

    • qualified
  4. 4. not excessive

    Synonyms

    • moderate
  5. 5. having a specific function or scope

    Examples

    • « a special (or specific) role in the mission »

    Synonyms

    • specific
  6. 6. not unlimited

    Examples

    • « a limited list of choices »

    Synonyms

    • finite
  7. Qualitative Adjective

    limited

    Definitions

    1. small in range or scope

    Examples

    • « limited war »
    • « a limited success »
    • « a limited circle of friends »

    Synonyms

    • constricted
    • controlled
    • restricted
    • minor
    • modest
    • small
    • small-scale
    • pocket-size
    • pocket-sized
    • narrow

    Antonyms

    • unlimited
    • limitless

See also

  • narrow

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