B2
infinite vs infinitive
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| infiniteadjective/ˈɪn.fɪ.nət/ | Meaning without any limit or end; extremely great | Goes with infinite number | Example She answered every single question with infinite patience and a smile. |
| infinitivenoun/ɪnˈfɪn.ə.tɪv/ | Meaning the basic form of a verb, usually used with "to", as in "to go" or "to eat" | Goes with bare infinitive | Example After "must" we use the infinitive without "to". |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Use a to- to show purpose.