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infinitely

C2
adverb

Pronunciation

UK

  • /ˈɪnfɪnətli/

US

  • /ˈɪnfənətli/

Description

When something is described as infinitely large, far away, or long-lasting, the idea is that it has no clear end or limit. We use it for things that seem to go on forever, like space, time, or the number of possible choices in some situations.

It can also make a comparison stronger. If one thing is infinitely better, more important, or more interesting than another, the speaker means the difference feels enormous. In daily life, the word is often used for emphasis, not as a strict mathematical claim.

Examples

  1. 1

    Product comparison

    This new phone is infinitely better than my old one.

  2. 2

    Process improvement

    A little extra time would make the whole process infinitely easier.

  3. 3

    Work confidence

    She seemed infinitely more confident after a few months in the role.

    • Pattern

      infinitely more + adjective

      much more adjective

  4. 4

    Gratitude

    I'm infinitely grateful for all the help you gave us.

  5. 5

    Math and science

    In theory, a line contains infinitely many points.

    • Domain

      infinitely many

      used in math and science to mean an unlimited number of things

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • infinitelyadverb