limited

Available only in a small amount, or allowed only within certain limits.

• We have limited time.
• Access is limited to staff.
• There is a limited number of places available.

How to use it: limited to something (Entry is limited to club members.)

Similar words: restricted

Opposites: unlimited

Common phrases: limited time, limited resources, limited to something, limited funds

A fast passenger train that stops at only a few stations.

• We took the limited to Chicago.
• The limited passed several small stations without stopping.
• Passengers boarded the overnight limited at platform three.

Similar words: express

Common phrases: overnight limited, board the limited