limited
UK: ˈlɪmɪtɪd | US: ˈlɪmɪtɪd
adj. restricted in size, amount, or extent
adj. lacking breadth or originality
vt. (past tense of "limit") set or served as a boundary
The word "limited" derives from the Latin limes (boundary), which entered Middle English via Old French limite. The suffix -ed marks it as an adjective (or past participle), indicating a state of being constrained. The core idea of boundaries persists in modern usage, whether referring to physical restrictions, conceptual narrowness, or corporate structures (e.g., "limited company").
The project had limited success due to budget constraints.
His knowledge of the subject is quite limited.
The offer is available for a limited time only.
She felt limited by the strict rules of the institution.
The company operates as a private limited entity.