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finite

adjective/ˈfaɪnaɪt/

having limits or bounds

The resources available to us are finite, which means we must use them wisely to avoid depletion.

limitedrestrictedbounded
word origin — from Latin 'finitus' meaning 'bound or limit'.

SAT Vocabulary Level 1 — Set 247

Set 247 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: finite, oblique, neutral, broken, urgent. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. finite · adjective/ˈfaɪnaɪt/

    having limits or bounds

    The resources available to us are finite, which means we must use them wisely to avoid depletion.

    Synonyms: limited, restricted, bounded

    Origin: from Latin 'finitus' meaning 'bound or limit'.

  2. oblique · adjective/əˈblik/

    not explicit or done in a straightforward way indirect or slanting

    Her oblique comments about the project hinted at her dissatisfaction without directly criticizing anyone.

    Synonyms: indirect, slanting, evasive

    Origin: from Latin 'obliquus' meaning 'slanting or sloping'

  3. neutral · adjective/ˈnuː.trəl/

    not taking sides in a conflict or disagreement

    During the debate, she remained neutral and refrained from expressing her personal opinions.

    Synonyms: impartial, unbiased, nonpartisan

    Origin: The word 'neutral' originates from the Latin 'neutras', meaning 'neither one nor the other'.

  4. broken · adjective/ˈbroʊ.kən/

    damaged and unable to function or be repaired

    The broken clock on the wall hasn't worked for months since it fell off during a storm.

    Synonyms: damaged, faulty, impaired

    Origin: The word 'broken' comes from the Old English 'brēcan', meaning to break or shatter.

  5. urgent · adjective/ˈɜrdʒənt/

    requiring immediate action or attention

    The doctor said it was urgent to get the patient to surgery to prevent further complications.

    Synonyms: critical, pressing, immediate

    Origin: from Latin 'urgens', meaning 'pressing'