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The small room was a limitation for the activity.
What does Limitation mean?
A limitation is something that sets a limit.
Dictionary definition
A rule, condition, or fact that restricts what is possible.
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The instructions explained each limitation of the experiment.
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Understanding a limitation helps students decide what a result can and cannot prove.
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What does limitation mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to limitation?
Restriction is close in meaning to limitation.
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Which word is an opposite or strong contrast for limitation?
Freedom contrasts with limitation.
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WordLimitation.
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MeaningLimitation means A limitation is something that sets a limit.
ExampleExample: The small room was a limitation for the activity.
Word breakdown
4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- lim · i · tay · shun
- Strongest beat
- tay
- Ending
- shun
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on tay.
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Synonyms
Words like Limitation
restrictionsomething that limits
constrainta condition that holds something back
boundaryan edge or limit
Antonyms
Opposite words
freedomlack of a limit
advantagesomething that helps
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A limitation is something that sets a limit.
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Limitation is not the same as freedom. Limitation means a limitation is something that sets a limit.
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Read this model sentence: The instructions explained each limitation of the experiment. Clue words: instructions, explained, each. Underline clue words that show why limitation fits instead of freedom. Now write one new sentence that shows limitation without using the word limitation. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show limitation?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The instructions explained each limitation of the experiment." Why does limitation fit better than freedom?
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