B2adjective 1K

Limited

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈlɪmɪtɪd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈlɪmɪtɪd/"]/

Meaning of Limited

not very great in amount or extent

In simple words: Not enough or restricted in amount or number.

Limited in a sentence

• The exhibition has limited hours, so be sure to visit early.
• She had limited experience in the field before taking on the project.
• The company's resources are limited, which is why they cannot expand right now.
• His understanding of the subject is limited, and he needs further training.
• Due to limited seating, we advise booking your tickets in advance.
• The impact of the program is limited, affecting only a small number of people.
• The limited selection at the store did not meet my expectations.
• He gave a limited response to the question, avoiding any specifics.
• With limited access to technology, the students struggled to complete their assignments.
• Her options were limited after the budget cuts were announced.

How to use Limited

Use 'limited' to describe something that has restrictions, such as time, resources, or opportunities. It's appropriate in both written and spoken contexts, but can sound too formal for casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

limited + noun

Memory hint

Think of a limit on your speed when driving—a boundary you can’t go beyond.

Related words

Collocations with Limited

• appear
• be
• seem
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• in
• to
• appear
• be
• seem
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• in
• to

Synonyms for Limited

• restricted
• constrained
• finite
• bound
• narrow

Opposites of Limited

• unlimited
• boundless
• infinite

Common mistakes with Limited

• Confused with 'restrictive' — they have different usages.
• Using 'limited' as a stand-alone adjective without a noun can sound incomplete.
• Don't mix up 'limited' with 'limiting' which implies causing confinement.

Frequently asked questions about Limited

What does Limited mean?

Not enough or restricted in amount or number.

What is the definition of Limited?

not very great in amount or extent

How do you use Limited in a sentence?

The exhibition has limited hours, so be sure to visit early.

Can you give another example of Limited?

She had limited experience in the field before taking on the project.

What are synonyms for Limited?

Common alternatives include restricted, constrained, finite, bound, narrow.

What is the opposite of Limited?

Opposite meanings include unlimited, boundless, infinite.

What words go with Limited?

It commonly pairs with appear, be, seem, extremely, fairly, very, in, to, appear, be, seem, extremely, fairly, very, in, to.

What are common mistakes when using Limited?

Confused with 'restrictive' — they have different usages. Using 'limited' as a stand-alone adjective without a noun can sound incomplete. Don't mix up 'limited' with 'limiting' which implies causing confinement.

How do you pronounce Limited?

US: /["/ˈlɪmɪtɪd/"]/, UK: /["/ˈlɪmɪtɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Limited?

Use 'limited' to describe something that has restrictions, such as time, resources, or opportunities. It's appropriate in both written and spoken contexts, but can sound too formal for casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Limited?

"Limited" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.