Synonyms for

Finishing

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

Definition

The act of bringing something to an end or completion.

Synonyms & similar words

windup end terminate fetchup start finish polishoff eatup cease stop coating begin finishup complete landup endup completion conclusion culmination end ending closure termination cessation finalization discontinuation wrap-up wind-up halt cessation stoppage termination closure completion conclusion end

Synonyms by register

Formal

completion conclusion culmination termination

Informal

wrap-up end done over

Literary

consummation finale epilogue

Antonyms

beginning start commencement opening initiation inception

Common collocations

  • finishing touches
  • finishing line
  • finishing school
  • finishing touches on
  • finishing the job
  • finishing the race
  • finishing the project

Word family

noun finish
verb finish
adjective finished

Usage note

As a noun, 'finish' often refers to the final part of something, like a race or a meal. As a verb, it means to bring to an end.

Example sentences

  1. I am finishing my painting.
  2. She is finishing her book.
  3. He is finishing his race.
  4. We are finishing our dinner.
  5. They are finishing their project.

Quotes

  • Finishing is one of the most important parts of the race.
  • Finishing is not the end, it's the beginning of something new.
  • Finishing a task feels so satisfying.

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