finitude
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/ˈfaɪnɪˌtjuːd/
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/ˈfɪnɪˌtjuːd/
limited existence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'finitude' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'finitudo', where 'finitus' meant 'limited' or 'bounded'.
Historical Evolution
'finitudo' transformed into the French word 'finitude', and eventually became the modern English word 'finitude'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the state of being limited', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being finite; having limits or bounds.
The finitude of human life is a common theme in literature.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45