B2noun 2K

Limitation

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

Meaning of Limitation

the act or process of limiting or controlling somebody/something

In simple words: A restriction or something that limits you.

Limitation in a sentence

• The main limitation of this device is its short battery life.
• She was aware of her own limitations when it came to public speaking.
• Legal limitations prevent companies from disclosing certain personal information.
• The limitation on access to confidential files caused delays in the research.
• Despite the limitations of the study, the results are still valuable.

How to use Limitation

Used when discussing constraints or boundaries in various contexts. Appropriate in formal writing or discussions about rules, challenges, or issues. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler terms might fit better.

Grammar pattern

limitation + of + object

Memory hint

Think of 'limit' in 'limitation' — it shows where you can't go past.

Related words

Collocations with Limitation

• fundamental
• important
• major
• impose
• place
• put on
• limitation on
• limitation to
• fundamental
• important
• major
• impose
• place
• put on
• limitation on
• limitation to
• fundamental
• important
• major
• have
• circumvent
• exceed
• despite somebody’s/​something’s limitation

Synonyms for Limitation

• restriction
• curb, restraint

Opposites of Limitation

• advantage
• freedom
• openness

Common mistakes with Limitation

• Confused with 'limit' as a verb.
• Using it in an informal context where it's not appropriate.
• Misunderstanding the difference between 'limitation' and 'limiting factors'.

Frequently asked questions about Limitation

What does Limitation mean?

A restriction or something that limits you.

What is the definition of Limitation?

the act or process of limiting or controlling somebody/something

How do you use Limitation in a sentence?

The main limitation of this device is its short battery life.

Can you give another example of Limitation?

She was aware of her own limitations when it came to public speaking.

What are synonyms for Limitation?

Common alternatives include restriction, curb, restraint.

What is the opposite of Limitation?

Opposite meanings include advantage, freedom, openness.

What words go with Limitation?

It commonly pairs with fundamental, important, major, impose, place, put on, limitation on, limitation to, fundamental, important, major, impose, place, put on, limitation on, limitation to, fundamental, important, major, have, circumvent, exceed, despite somebody’s/​something’s limitation.

What are common mistakes when using Limitation?

Confused with 'limit' as a verb. Using it in an informal context where it's not appropriate. Misunderstanding the difference between 'limitation' and 'limiting factors'.

How do you pronounce Limitation?

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

When should I use Limitation?

Used when discussing constraints or boundaries in various contexts. Appropriate in formal writing or discussions about rules, challenges, or issues. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler terms might fit better.

What CEFR level is Limitation?

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