Completion

Definition

Completion refers to the action or process of finishing something, making it whole or bringing it to a state of being complete. It can describe the finalization of a task, project, or event.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kəmˈpliːʃən/
• Respelling: kuhm-PLEE-shun

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kəmˈpliːʃən/
• Respelling: kuhm-PLEE-shun

Etymology

The word "completion" originates from the Latin "completio," meaning "filling up" or "finishing." It is derived from "complere," which means "to fill up" or "to finish." The term was adopted into Middle English in the 14th century and has since been used to describe the state of being finished or accomplished.

Derivatives

• Complete (verb/adjective)
• Completeness (noun)
• Completing (verb)
• Completed (adjective)
• Recompletion (noun)

Synonyms

• Finalization
• Conclusion
• Fulfillment

Antonyms

• Incompletion
• Interruption
• Abandonment

Usage

The noun "completion" is used in contexts where something is brought to an end or made whole. It is commonly used in academic, project management, and construction contexts. For example, "The completion of the project is scheduled for next month," or "The completion of the coursework is required for graduation." It refers to both the process and the state of something being fully finished.

Related Terms

• Finalize: To bring something to a final stage or decision.
• Achieve: To successfully bring something to its goal or end.
• Conclude: To bring something to an end or close.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The state of being finished or accomplished: Refers to something that has reached its end, leaving no part unfinished.
  • Example: "The completion of the building was celebrated with a grand opening."
• The act or process of bringing something to an end: Describes the actions taken to finalize or complete something.
  • Example: "The completion of the deal took several months of negotiation."