Synonyms for

Completion

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

Definition

The act of finishing or completing something.

Synonyms & similar words

windup mopup passcompletion culmination closing conclusion end fulfillment achievement realization consummation perfection finalization culmination finishing closing termination wrap-up finale cessation discharge completion accomplishment execution expiration

Synonyms by register

Formal

accomplishment fulfillment consummation realization

Informal

wrap-up finishing getting it done

Literary

culmination perfection

Antonyms

beginning start commencement initiation incompletion inauguration

Common collocations

  • full completion
  • complete completion
  • completion of the project
  • completion of the task
  • completion date
  • completion rate
  • upon completion
  • completion of work

Word family

noun completion
verb complete
adjective complete
adverb completely

Usage note

While 'completion' refers to the act of finishing something, be mindful of potential redundancy with 'complete completion'.

Example sentences

  1. The completion of his homework took hours.
  2. The completion of the marathon was a great achievement.
  3. The completion of the project was delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.
  4. The completion of the book was a great accomplishment for the author.
  5. The completion of the painting took several weeks to finish.

Quotes

  • 'Success is not a destination, but the road that you're on. Being successful means that you're working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That's living your dream.' - Marlon Wayans
  • 'Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.' - Albert Schweitzer
  • 'Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.' - Winston Churchill

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