ɛ̃fini

ɛ̃fini (French, masculine noun)

1. Definition: ɛ̃fini is the French word for "infinite" or "infinity". It describes something without any limit or end. It can refer to concepts that are unlimited in quantity, extent, or duration.

2. Grammar: ɛ̃fini is a masculine noun. Its plural form is ɛ̃finis. It can be used as a noun, or it can function as an adjective when modifying another noun (though the adjective form "infini" is more common).

3. Usage: ɛ̃fini is used across various contexts, including mathematics, philosophy, literature, and everyday language. In mathematics, it represents a quantity larger than any real number. In philosophy, it can refer to concepts of limitless potential or existence. In literature and everyday language, it often conveys a sense of vastness, boundlessness, or endlessness.

4. Related Terms:

• infini (masculine adjective): The adjectival form of ɛ̃fini, meaning "infinite" or "endless."
• infinité (feminine noun): The French word for "infinity," often used synonymously with ɛ̃fini when referring to the abstract concept.
• fini (masculine adjective/noun): The opposite of ɛ̃fini, meaning "finite" or "limited."

5. Etymology: The word ɛ̃fini comes from the Latin word infinitus, meaning "unbounded" or "unlimited". The Latin word is formed from in- (not) + finitus (bounded, limited).