Limit
Parts of Speech: Noun, verb
Definitions:
- Noun: A point beyond which it is not possible to go; a restriction or boundary.
- Verb: To impose a restriction on; to set a limit on something.
Pronunciations:
- US: /ˈlɪmɪt/
- UK: /ˈlɪmɪt/
Origin and Usage:
The word "limit" comes from the Latin word "limitare," meaning "to bound." The noun form of the word has been in use since the late 14th century, while the verb form has been in use since the early 15th century. The word is commonly used in everyday language to describe a restriction or boundary that cannot be exceeded.
Synonyms:
- Boundary
- Restriction
- Limitation
- Ceiling
- Benchmark
Related Words:
- Elite
- Smile
- Timer
- Theme
- Blime
Example Sentences:
- The speed limit on this road is 50 miles per hour.
- The company has set a limit on the amount of overtime that employees can work.
- There is a limit to how much one can eat in one sitting.
- He pushed himself to the limit during the marathon.