Meaning of the word infinity in English

What does infinity mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

infinity

US /ɪnˈfɪn.ə.t̬i/
UK /ɪnˈfɪn.ə.ti/

Noun

1.

the state or quality of being infinite; endlessness

Example:
The universe stretches into infinity.
She gazed at the ocean, contemplating its vastness and infinity.
2.

an indefinitely great number or amount

Example:
There are an infinity of possibilities.
He had an infinity of excuses for being late.
3.

a number greater than any assignable quantity or countable number (symbol ∞)

Example:
In mathematics, infinity is often represented by the symbol ∞.
The concept of infinity is fundamental to calculus.