Synonyms for

Completing

Verb / kʌˈmpli:tɪŋ / Another word for completing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To finish or bring to a conclusion

Synonyms & similar words

dispatch complemental nail finish complementary fillout complete fillin discharge makeout finishing concluding ending culminating fulfilling achieving accomplishing executing perfecting finalizing terminating ceasing closing stopping smoothing doing

Synonyms by register

Formal

accomplishing finalizing concluding terminating

Informal

finishing up wrapping up getting done

Literary

consummating perfecting

Antonyms

starting beginning initiating commencing halting stopping pausing

Common collocations

  • completing the task
  • completing the project
  • completing the form
  • completing the assignment
  • completing the process
  • completing the circle
  • completing the requirements

Word family

noun completion
verb complete
adjective complete
adverb completely

Usage note

While 'completing' often implies bringing something to a successful end, it can also simply mean finishing a process. Be mindful of the context to convey the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. He is completing a puzzle.
  2. They are completing their chores.
  3. She is completing her math homework.
  4. He is completing his report.
  5. They are completing their project.

Quotes

  • Success is not a big step in the future; success is a small step taken just now. Completing little tasks leads to big accomplishments.
  • Completing a good picture involves a combination of knowing your subject and having a clear idea of what you want to say about it.
  • The joy of completing things is so much better than the joy of starting things.

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