Synonyms for

Ended

Verb / ˈendʌd / / ˈendɪd / Another word for ended — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

brought or came to a conclusion; finished

Synonyms & similar words

terminate terminated finish cease stop begin concluded over complete allover end concluded finished closed completed terminated ceased stopped finalized resolved settled halted discontinued

Synonyms by register

Formal

concluded terminated completed ceased

Informal

finished wrapped up called it a day done

Literary

concluded closed fulfilled

Antonyms

began started commenced originated initiated opened launched

Common collocations

  • ended abruptly
  • ended suddenly
  • ended tragically
  • ended peacefully
  • ended successfully
  • ended the game
  • ended the meeting
  • ended the year

Word family

noun end
verb end
adjective ended
adverb endedly

Usage note

The past participle 'ended' is often used in phrases like 'a well-ended journey' or 'an ill-ended affair'. It can also function as an adjective describing something that has reached its conclusion.

Example sentences

  1. The movie ended with a happy ending.
  2. I ended my homework before dinner.
  3. The party ended at midnight.
  4. The concert ended with a standing ovation.
  5. The race ended in a tie.

Quotes

  • Every story has an end, but in life every end is just a new beginning.
  • Sometimes the hardest part isn't letting go but rather learning to start over.
  • This too shall pass. It may pass like a kidney stone, but it will pass.

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