Infinity

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnfənɪti/

Definitions of infinity

noun a concept describing something that is limitless or endless in space, time, or quantity

Example Sentences

A1 The sky goes on forever, it seems like infinity.

A2 She stared into the distance, lost in the infinity of the ocean.

B1 The concept of infinity in mathematics can be difficult to grasp for some students.

B2 The universe is believed to be infinite, with no end in sight.

C1 Philosophers have debated the nature of infinity for centuries.

C2 The idea of infinity can be both awe-inspiring and overwhelming to contemplate.

Examples of infinity in a Sentence

formal The concept of infinity has intrigued mathematicians and philosophers for centuries.

informal I could stare at the stars for infinity and never get bored.

slang I'm in love with that new song, I could listen to it for infinity!

figurative Her kindness seemed to stretch to infinity, always willing to help others.

Grammatical Forms of infinity

• plural: infinities
• comparative: more infinite
• superlative: most infinite
• present tense: infinity
• future tense: will infinity
• perfect tense: has infinity
• continuous tense: is infinity
• singular: infinity
• positive degree: infinite
• infinitive: to infinity
• gerund: infinitying
• participle: infinited

Origin and Evolution of infinity

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'infinity' originates from the Latin word 'infinitas', which means 'unboundedness' or 'endlessness'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the concept of infinity has been a subject of philosophical and mathematical discussions, leading to its formalization in mathematics as a concept representing something that is limitless or unbounded.