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quota

noun
ˈkwəʊ.tə

Meaning

A limited or fixed number or amount of people or things, in particular.
A fixed share or amount of something that is officially allowed or required.

Example Sentences

The quota reform was a key demand.

Each country has a quota for exporting rice.

Synonyms

allocation, portion, share, allotment, limit, allowance
Entry 1
allocation, portion
Entry 2
share, portion, allotment, limit, allowance

Antonyms

unlimited, unrestricted, excess
Entry 1
unlimited, unrestricted
Entry 2
excess, unlimited

Collocations

export quota, quota system, meet the quota, annual quota

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