What is another word for end?

Common synonyms for end include remainder, goal, conclusion, closing, stop.

What is the opposite of end?

Antonyms of end include beginning, start, commencement, origin, outset.

Synonyms for

End

Noun / end / Another word for end — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The final part of something; the point at which something stops.

Synonyms & similar words

remainder goal conclusion closing stop remnant cease begin finish oddment last terminate ending destruction terminal beginning death close conclusion termination finale finish close resolution culmination completion stop halt cessation expiration climax ending outcome result ultimate final last terminal

Synonyms by register

Formal

conclusion termination cessation expiration

Informal

finish close wrap-up done

Literary

demise finale expiration

Antonyms

beginning start commencement origin outset inception birth

Common collocations

the end of
come to an end
end result
end of the line
end of the day
end of an era
at an end

Word family

noun end

verb end

adjective final

adverb finally

Usage note

While 'end' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, be mindful of its common association with finality. For a more positive connotation, consider synonyms like 'conclusion' or 'completion'.

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