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infinite limit

[/ɪnˈfɪnɪt ˈlɪmɪt/]
nounpl: infinite limits
limite infinito
1. In calculus, a limit in which a function approaches infinity as the variable approaches a specific value or as the variable approaches infinity
The function has an infinite limit as x approaches zero from the right.
A função tem um limite infinito quando x se aproxima de zero pela direita.
2. A mathematical concept describing unbounded behavior of a function
We studied infinite limits in calculus class to understand vertical asymptotes.
Estudamos limites infinitos na aula de cálculo para entender assíntotas verticais.
Synonyms
unbounded limitdivergent limitlimit at infinity
Antonyms
finite limitconvergent limitbounded limit

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limite infinito
Standard term used in Brazilian mathematics education
São Paulo
limite infinito
Widely used in academic contexts
Portugal
limite infinito
Standard term used in Portuguese mathematics education

Related Idioms & Phrases

approaches infinity
tends to infinity
diverges to infinity
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