Infinate vs. Infinite — What's the Difference?
By Tayyaba Rehman — Published on September 22, 2023
Infinate is the incorrect spelling of Infinite. Infinite refers to something limitless or unbounded.
Difference Between Infinate and Infinite
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Which is correct: Infinate or Infinite
How to spell Infinite?
Infinate
Incorrect Spelling
Infinite
Correct Spelling
Key Differences
Think of "finite" as the root, with "in-" making it opposite.
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Remember, "infinite" is like "definite" in spelling, but with an "in" prefix.
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The word has "finite" in it, suggesting bound or limited, and the prefix "in-" negates it.
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Infinite has two 'i's, and no 'a'.
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Associate "infinite" with "infinity", which also does not have an 'a'.
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Compare with Definitions
Infinate
Infinate is an incorrect spelling of Infinite.
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Infinite
Infinite means having no boundaries or limits.
The universe is believed to be infinite.
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Infinite
Philosophically, infinite can refer to an immeasurable or endless quality.
The concept of an infinite being is central to many religions.
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Infinite
Infinite can describe vast amounts beyond practical measurement.
The grains of sand on a beach seem infinite.
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Infinite
Limitless or endless in space, extent, or size; impossible to measure or calculate
The infinite number of stars in the universe
The infinite mercy of God
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Infinite
Another term for non-finite
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Infinite
A space or quantity that is infinite
Beyond the infinite, the space traveller is transformed
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Infinite
Having no boundaries or limits; impossible to measure or calculate.
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Infinite
Immeasurably great or large; boundless
Infinite patience.
A discovery of infinite importance.
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Infinite
Existing beyond or being greater than any arbitrarily large value.
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Infinite
Unlimited in spatial extent
A line of infinite length.
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Infinite
Of or relating to a set capable of being put into one-to-one correspondence with a proper subset of itself.
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Infinite
Something infinite.
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Infinite
Indefinably large, countlessly great; immense.
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Infinite
Boundless, endless, without end or limits; innumerable.
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Infinite
(with plural noun) Infinitely many.
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Infinite
(mathematics) Greater than any positive quantity or magnitude; limitless.
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Infinite
Having infinitely many elements.
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Infinite
(grammar) Not limited by person or number.
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Infinite
(music) Capable of endless repetition; said of certain forms of the canon, also called perpetual fugues, constructed so that their ends lead to their beginnings.
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Infinite
Infinitely many.
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Infinite
Something that is infinite in nature.
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Infinite
(video games) A combo that can be used repeatedly without interruption.
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Infinite
Unlimited or boundless, in time or space; as, infinite duration or distance.
Whatever is finite, as finite, will admit of no comparative relation with infinity; for whatever is less than infinite is still infinitely distant from infinity; and lower than infinite distance the lowest or least can not sink.
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Infinite
Without limit in power, capacity, knowledge, or excellence; boundless; immeasurably or inconceivably great; perfect; as, the infinite wisdom and goodness of God; - opposed to finite.
Great is our Lord, and of great power; his understanding is infinite.
O God, how infinite thou art!
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Infinite
Indefinitely large or extensive; great; vast; immense; gigantic; prodigious.
Infinite riches in a little room.
Which infinite calamity shall causeTo human life.
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Infinite
Greater than any assignable quantity of the same kind; - said of certain quantities.
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Infinite
Capable of endless repetition; - said of certain forms of the canon, called also perpetual fugues, so constructed that their ends lead to their beginnings, and the performance may be incessantly repeated.
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Infinite
That which is infinite; boundless space or duration; infinity; boundlessness.
Not till the weight is heaved from off the air, and the thunders roll down the horizon, will the serene light of God flow upon us, and the blue infinite embrace us again.
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Infinite
An infinite quantity or magnitude.
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Infinite
An infinity; an incalculable or very great number.
Glittering chains, embroidered richly o'erWith infinite of pearls and finest gold.
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Infinite
The Infinite Being; God; the Almighty.
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Infinite
Having no limits or boundaries in time or space or extent or magnitude;
The infinite ingenuity of man
Infinite wealth
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Infinite
Of verbs; having neither person nor number nor mood (as a participle or gerund or infinitive);
Infinite verb form
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Infinite
Too numerous to be counted;
Incalculable riches
Countless hours
An infinite number of reasons
Innumerable difficulties
The multitudinous seas
Myriad stars
Untold thousands
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Infinite
Total and all-embracing;
God's infinite wisdom
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Infinite
In mathematics, infinite denotes an unbounded value.
Some sequences have an infinite number of terms.
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Infinite
Figuratively, infinite can mean immeasurable or boundless.
Her patience is infinite.
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Common Curiosities
Why is it called Infinite?
It's called "infinite" from Latin "infinitus", meaning "boundless" or "limitless."
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What is the root word of Infinite?
The root word is "finite."
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Which vowel is used before Infinite?
The letter "e" as in "an infinite."
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What is the pronunciation of Infinite?
It's pronounced as "IN-fuh-nit."
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What is the singular form of Infinite?
"Infinite" itself is singular.
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Which preposition is used with Infinite?
"Of" as in "infinite number of stars."
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What is the verb form of Infinite?
There isn't a direct verb form of "infinite." However, "infinitize" can be used, though it's uncommon.
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Is the Infinite term a metaphor?
It can be used metaphorically in various contexts.
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Which article is used with Infinite?
"An" as in "an infinite expanse."
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Is Infinite a noun or adjective?
"Infinite" is primarily an adjective but can be a noun in some contexts, like "the infinite."
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Is Infinite a collective noun?
No, it's not a collective noun.
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What is the opposite of Infinite?
"Finite."
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Which determiner is used with Infinite?
Any determiner can be used based on the context.
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What is the first form of Infinite?
"Infinite" itself.
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What is the third form of Infinite?
Not applicable for the same reason.
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What is the plural form of Infinite?
"Infinities" when referring to different types or concepts of infinity.
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Which conjunction is used with Infinite?
Any conjunction can be used based on the context.
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Is Infinite a countable noun?
No, it represents a concept and isn't counted.
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Is the word Infinite imperative?
No, it's not imperative.
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What is a stressed syllable in Infinite?
The first syllable, "In."
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How many syllables are in Infinite?
Three syllables.
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What part of speech is Infinite?
"Infinite" is primarily an adjective but can also be a noun.
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What is another term for Infinite?
"Limitless."
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How is Infinite used in a sentence?
"The possibilities are infinite."
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Is Infinite an adverb?
No, "infinitely" is its adverbial form.
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Is Infinite an abstract noun?
Yes, when used as a noun, it represents an abstract concept.
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Is Infinite a negative or positive word?
Neutral by definition, but context may make it positive or negative.
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Is Infinite a vowel or consonant?
"Infinite" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.
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How do we divide Infinite into syllables?
In-fin-ite.
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What is the second form of Infinite?
Not applicable as "infinite" is primarily an adjective.
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