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INFINITY represents the concept of limitlessness, endlessness, and the unbounded. From mathematical equations to philosophical contemplations, infinity challenges our understanding of reality itself.
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Points in Scrabble
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INFINITY is the quality or state of being infinite—without limits, boundaries, or end. This profound concept appears across mathematics, physics, philosophy, and theology, representing something that continues forever or is immeasurably great. The symbol ∞ (lemniscate) has become universally recognized as representing infinity. In mathematics, infinity isn't a number but a concept describing something without bound. It appears in calculus (limits approaching infinity), set theory (infinite sets), and geometry (parallel lines meeting at infinity). Georg Cantor revolutionized mathematics by proving different sizes of infinity exist—some infinities are literally bigger than others!Types and contexts of infinity:
The word infinity comes from the Latin infinitas, meaning "unboundedness." This derives from infinitus, combining in- ("not") with finitus ("finished, limited"), which comes from finis meaning "end, limit, or boundary." The concept has ancient roots. Ancient Greeks called it apeiron (ἄπειρον), meaning "without limit." They were deeply troubled by infinity—Aristotle distinguished between potential infinity (endless counting) and actual infinity (complete infinite sets), rejecting the latter as impossible. Infinity entered English through Old French infinité in the 14th century, initially in theological contexts describing God's limitless nature. The mathematical symbol ∞ was introduced by John Wallis in 1655, possibly derived from the Roman numeral for 1000 (CIƆ) or from the Greek letter omega (ω). Today, infinity permeates our language from "infinite possibilities" to "love you to infinity and beyond."
•The universe contains more stars than grains of sand on Earth—approaching infinity
•Some infinities are bigger than others—there are more real numbers than integers
•The symbol ∞ was created in 1655 and resembles a Möbius strip
•INFINITY contains two Y tiles, both worth 4 points—unusual for 8-letter words
"The mathematician explained that infinity plus one still equals infinity."
"She wore an infinity symbol necklace to represent eternal love."
"The universe may stretch to infinity, beyond our ability to observe."
Words with similar meaning
Eternity
Endless time
Endlessness
Without end
Perpetuity
Forever continuing
Boundlessness
Without limits
Words with opposite meaning
Finite
Having limits
Limited
Bounded
Temporary
Not permanent
Bounded
Having boundaries
Adjective Form
infinite
The universe seems infinite.
Adverb Form
infinitely
Space extends infinitely.
Plural Form
infinities
Multiple infinities exist.
Related Terms
Growing without bound
The ∞ sign
Without limit
Shorter words within INFINITY:
In mathematics, infinity appears everywhere yet remains paradoxical. Calculus uses limits approaching infinity to define derivatives and integrals. Set theory reveals stunning truths: the infinity of real numbers (uncountable) is larger than the infinity of integers (countable). Hilbert's Hotel paradox shows a fully occupied hotel with infinite rooms can always accommodate more guests—infinity plus one equals infinity.
Is the universe infinite? This fundamental question drives cosmology. Current evidence suggests the observable universe is finite (93 billion light-years across), but the total universe might be infinite. Black holes create singularities where density approaches infinity. Quantum mechanics avoids infinities through renormalization. The multiverse theory proposes infinite parallel universes—infinity within infinity.
Infinity challenges human comprehension. We evolved to understand finite quantities— three apples, seven days, a hundred people. True infinity lies beyond experience. Philosophers debate whether actual infinity exists or is merely conceptual. Religion often invokes infinity to describe divine attributes. The human desire for immortality reflects our fascination with overcoming finite existence.
Infinity vs. Very Large
Truly endless vs. just enormous
Infinity as Number
It's a concept, not a number
All Infinities Equal
Some infinities are larger
INFINITE
Without limits
ETERNAL
Lasting forever
ENDLESS
Without end
FOREVER
For all time
PERPETUAL
Never ending
BOUNDLESS
Without bounds
LIMITLESS
Without limits
FINITE
Having limits
ETERNITY
Infinite time
COSMOS
The universe
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Total base points: 14 (Scrabble)
Vowels: 3 | Consonants: 5
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