Synonyms for

Finalists

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

Definition

Finalists are the people or teams who have made it to the last round of a competition.

Synonyms & similar words

finalist competitors contenders challengers participants runners-up semi-finalists winners finals champions

Synonyms by register

Formal

contenders qualifiers semifinalists

Informal

top contenders the last ones standing the ones left

Literary

champions-elect the chosen few

Antonyms

beginners participants competitors nominees candidates aspirants entrants

Common collocations

  • finalists in a competition
  • finalists for the award
  • finalists announced
  • finalists selected
  • finalists chosen
  • finalists compete
  • finalists advance

Word family

noun finalist
verb finalize
adjective final
adverb finally

Usage note

Finalists refers to those who have reached the final stage of a competition or contest. It is often used in academic or formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The finalists in the art show were all very talented.
  2. The finalists in the science fair had some amazing projects.
  3. The finalists in the dance competition were all very graceful.
  4. The finalists in the music competition had some amazing performances.
  5. The finalists in the cooking contest made some delicious dishes.

Quotes

  • The only way to be the best at something is to be the best you can be, and only the finalists truly know if they have achieved this.
  • The finalists are the ones who have worked the hardest and deserve the most recognition.
  • The finalists are the ones who have made it to the last round, but it's the winners who get all the glory.

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