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bounded
BOWN-dihd
Bounded (adj) means Kept within limits; having a defined edge or range rather than going on forever. Example: “The garden is bounded by a low stone wall on every side.”
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Kept within limits; having a defined edge or range rather than going on forever.
"The garden is bounded by a low stone wall on every side."
How to use bounded
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEnclosed or limited by a boundary — the opposite of unlimited.
Common pairings
bounded by
a bounded region
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more bounded
- Superlative
- most bounded
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delimited
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Rhymes for bounded
funded
pounded
founded
wounded
rounded
grounded
astounded
unfounded
confounded
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Frequently asked questions
What does “bounded” mean?
The word “bounded” means kept within limits; having a defined edge or range rather than going on forever. In plain terms, enclosed or limited by a boundary — the opposite of unlimited.
How do you pronounce “bounded”?
“Bounded” is pronounced BOWN-dihd (/ˈbaʊndɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “bounded” in a sentence?
Here is “bounded” used in a sentence: “The garden is bounded by a low stone wall on every side.”
What part of speech is “bounded”?
“Bounded” is an adjective.
Is “bounded” a common word?
“Bounded” is an uncommon word in modern English.
