Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

limited

[lim-i-tid] / ˈlɪm ɪ tɪd /
ADJECTIVE
restricted, definite
Synonyms
STRONGEST
defined finite narrow
STRONG
bound bounded checked circumscribed confined constrained controlled curbed delimited fixed hampered local modified particular qualified reserved restrained sectional
WEAK
determinate hemmed in precise topical
Antonyms
STRONGEST
unrestricted
STRONG
extroverted free general indefinite outgoing unbounded unlimited
WEAK
OK adequate limitless satisfactory sufficient
ADJECTIVE
inadequate, short
Synonyms
STRONGEST
diminished insufficient minimal narrow poor reduced restricted small
STRONG
cramped little mean set
WEAK
faulty ineffectual paltry unsatisfactory
Antonyms
STRONGEST
adequate broad-minded generous sufficient
STRONG
open
WEAK
OK indefinite limitless satisfactory unbounded unlimited unrestricted

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

More students and unemployed graduates are vying for a limited number of spots to improve their odds of getting hired.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

On Saturday evening, Mali's military rulers said the attacks had resulted in 16 civilian and military injuries and "limited material damage".

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

When students ask why books with LGBTQ+ themes need to be included in the collection, DeMaria tells them to consider the limited number of movies, books and other media that portray queer people.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

This suggests that insect flight muscles are not limited by oxygen availability.

From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026

This limited them to very short feeding periods at dusk.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer

Vocabulary lists containing limited

Narrative Writing, List 2

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

STAAR Grade 8 Reading: Literature, List 1

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

STAAR Grade 6 Reading: Literature, List 1

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!