Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
finite-resource
Noun
/ˈfaɪnʌɪt ˈriːsɔːrs/
Definition
A finite resource is a resource that has a limited supply and cannot be replenished once it is used up.
Examples
- Fossil fuels are considered a finite resource because they take millions of years to form and cannot be replaced quickly.
- Many argue that water is a finite resource in certain regions where overuse leads to depletion.
Meaning
The term refers to resources that are not infinite and will eventually run out, such as fossil fuels, minerals, and certain types of land.
Synonyms
- Limited resources
- Exhaustible resources
- Nonrenewable resources
