limitation
gb/lˌɪmɪtˈeɪʃən/ us/lˌɪmɪtˈeɪʃən/
B1
英语
~ 2900
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名词
B1
relation
1
a rule or fact that limits something
Something that controls or stops what you can do.
用法模式：
[something] has a limitation
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse 'limitation' with 'limit'. 'Limit' is often used for a specific number or point, while 'limitation' is more about a general restriction or weakness.
近义词
restriction (Very close in meaning, but often refers more to formal or legal controls.)
反义词
freedom (Freedom implies no rules or conditions limiting actions.)
搭配
impose a limitation
|legal limitation
|time limitation
|strict limitation
|overcome a limitation
主题
law
|business
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
例句
- The new law places strict limitations on advertising to children.
- One limitation of this camera is its short battery life.
- There are limitations to what technology can achieve.
- The project failed because of budget limitations.
学习者例句
- There is a limitation on how many people can enter.
- This phone has a big limitation: the battery is small.
- We must work within the limitations of the budget.
- The park has a time limitation for visitors.
名词
B1
property
2
a weakness or flaw
A problem or weakness that makes something not perfect.
用法模式：
[someone/something] has a limitation
常见错误：
Learners may overuse 'problem' instead of 'limitation' when describing weaknesses; 'limitation' implies an inherent or natural constraint rather than an accidental issue.
近义词
drawback (Highlights a disadvantage, often in comparison to benefits.)
反义词
strength (Strength refers to a positive quality that makes someone or something effective.)
搭配
recognize a limitation
|serious limitation
|physical limitation
|overcome a limitation
主题
self-improvement
|technology
|education
|core_vocabulary
例句
- Her inability to speak French was a serious limitation in her new job.
- The software’s main limitation is its lack of compatibility with older systems.
- He acknowledged his limitations and asked for help.
- The team worked hard to overcome their physical limitations.
学习者例句
- This car has one big limitation: it uses too much fuel.
- I know my own limitations when it comes to math.
- The game has some limitations but is still fun.
- She worked hard to overcome her limitations.
名词
technical
B2
quantity
3
a legal time limit for action
The set time in law when you can take action before it is too late.
用法模式：
limitation of [legal action/right]
常见错误：
Learners might confuse this with everyday 'limit'; in law, 'limitation' refers specifically to time-bound rights or actions.
近义词
deadline (In law, 'deadline' is less formal and broader; 'limitation' is a fixed legal period.)
反义词
extension (An extension allows more time beyond the original limit.)
搭配
statute of limitations
|limitation period
主题
law
|time
例句
- The claim was dismissed because the statute of limitations had expired.
- There is a three-year limitation period for filing such complaints.
- He missed the limitation and could not sue.
学习者例句
- The law has a limitation for making a claim.
- You must go to court before the limitation ends.
- The case was too late because of the limitation.
语法
词典原形
limitation
IPA
GB/lˌɪmɪtˈeɪʃən/
US/lˌɪmɪtˈeɪʃən/
音节与重音
lim - it - a - tion （4 个音节）
Stress on 3rd syllable (a)
词形变化
Noun
- Base: limitation
- Plural: limitation, limitations
词族
相关表达
statute of limitations
1/stˈæt͡ʃut əv lˌɪmɪtˈeɪʃənz/
fixed phrase
technical
law setting time limit for lawsuits
A law that says how long people have to start a legal case after something happens, such as a crime or an accident.
例句
- The statute of limitations for theft in this state is five years.
- The case was dismissed because the statute of limitations had expired.
- He could not be charged because the statute of limitations had passed.
- In many countries, there is no statute of limitations for serious war crimes.
- Victims are urging lawmakers to extend the statute of limitations for child abuse cases.