delimited
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈlɪmɪtɪd/
KK: /dɪˈlɪmɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is defined or restricted by specific boundaries or limits.
Example
The project was delimited by strict guidelines to ensure clarity and focus.
Conversation
I think we should keep our project delimited to just a few key topics.
That sounds smart! It will make things a lot easier to manage.
Exactly, we can always expand later if we need to.
Right, starting small is a good strategy.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
defined
restricted
bounded
Antonyms
unlimited
unbounded
indefinite
verb
Definition
To set the boundaries or limits of something.
Example
The project was delimited by strict guidelines to ensure clarity.
Tense Forms
Past: delimited
Past Participle: delimited
Conversation
Did you see how they delimited the sections in that report?
Yeah, it made it so much easier to follow the information.
I think more documents should be delimited like that.
Root Explanation
Delimited → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "limitat" (from Latin "limitatum", meaning to limit or bound). The word "delimited" means to set or mark the boundaries or limits of something.
Memory Tip
Think of 'setting boundaries' — 'de-' means down or away, and 'limitat' relates to limits. This helps you remember that delimited means to define the limits of something.
Visually Confused Words
undelimited
limited