infinity
ɪnˈfɪnɪti
infinities
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Definition of infinity - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
endlessnessendless time, space, or quantity
  • The universe is often thought to be an infinity.
boundlessness eternity perpetuity
2.
mathTECH.symbol showing an endless or unbounded quantityTECH.
  • The infinity symbol is often used in mathematics.
endlessness lemniscate
3.
opticsTECH.point far enough for light to fall in parallel raysTECH.
  • The star appeared to be at infinity.
boundlessness endlessness eternity
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Expressions with infinity

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extremely far or great
The technology has advanced to infinity and beyond.
shape like a sideways eight symbolizing eternity or continuity
The infinity symbol is often used in jewelry designs.
swimming pool with water flowing over one edge
The hotel features a stunning infinity pool overlooking the ocean.
continuous loop of fabric worn around the neck
She wore a cozy infinity scarf to keep warm.

Origin of infinity

Latin, infinitus (unbounded)

Terms with infinity included in their meaning

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infinity
be endless or infinite
infinity
having no boundaries, restrictions, or measurable limits
infinity
not confined within any boundaries
infinity
without end or limit, endlessly
infinity
in an endless or infinite manner
infinite sets
number used to compare different types of infinity
afocaladj.
lens
having a focal point at infinity
infinity
the state of having no limits or boundaries

Examples of infinity in a sentence

  • Infinity is a common theme in art and philosophy.
  • The artist tattooed an infinity on her wrist.
  • Infinity is often depicted in art as a loop.
  • The telescope was focused at infinity for clarity.
  • In photography, setting the lens to infinity captured the landscape perfectly.

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  1. French:infini, ...
  2. German:Unendlichkeit, Unendlichkeitssymbol, ...
  3. Italian:infinito, simbolo dell'infinito, ...
  4. Spanish:infinitud, símbolo de infinito, ...
  5. Portuguese:infinidade, infinito, ...
  6. Chinese:无限, 无限符号, ...
  7. Japanese:無限, インフィニティ, ...
  8. Arabic:لَا نِهَايَة, ما لا نِهَايَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:אֵין־סוֹף, סֵמֶל הָאֵין־סוֹף, ...
  10. Russian:бесконечность, знак бесконечности, ...
  11. Ukrainian:нескінченність, символ нескінченності, ...
  12. Hindi:अनंतता, अनंत चिह्न, ...
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