Completing: meaning, definitions and examples

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completing

[kəmˈpliːtɪŋ ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Verb}

task completion

To finish or bring to an end; to make whole or perfect; to accomplish; to execute; to fulfil.

Synonyms

accomplish, conclude, execute, finish, fulfil.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
finish	Commonly used in everyday language to indicate the completion of an activity or task. She finished reading the book late last night I need to finish my homework before dinner
accomplish	Often used when referring to achieving a goal or finishing something successfully, highlighting the success or achievement aspect. After months of hard work, he finally accomplished his dream of becoming a doctor She has accomplished a lot in her career
conclude	Generally used when ending a speech, event, or process, or bringing something to a decision or resolution. He will conclude his talk with a summary of his key points The investigation was concluded after new evidence was found
execute	Often used in more formal or technical contexts, referring to the implementation or carrying out of a plan, order, or action. The team executed the strategy flawlessly He was tasked with executing the company’s expansion plan
fulfil	Used when referring to meeting a requirement or expectation, or achieving something that was desired or promised. He fulfilled his promise to help the community The job fulfils her need for creativity

Examples of usage

The team is completing the project ahead of schedule.
She completed her studies and received her degree.
After completing the task, he felt a sense of satisfaction.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

education

A course or series of studies to be finished in a specified time.

Synonyms

course, curriculum, program, study.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
completing	This word is generally used to talk about finishing tasks, education, or projects. She is completing her degree in engineering He is completing his homework
course	Course refers to a series of classes or lectures on a particular subject. I am enrolled in an online course for data science She is taking a course in French literature
program	Program usually refers to a set of related courses or activities designed to accomplish a specific goal. He is part of a mentorship program for young professionals The university offers a graduate program in computer science
curriculum	Curriculum is the aggregate of courses of study given in a school, college, university, etc. The school revised its curriculum to include more technology-based courses The curriculum for the medical program is very rigorous
study	Study is used to refer to the act of learning or investigating a particular subject. She dedicated her evenings to study This book has been praised for its comprehensive study of ancient civilizations

Examples of usage

She enrolled in a welding course at the community college to earn her certificate of completion.
The completing of the program requires a minimum of 120 credit hours.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'completus', which means 'filled up' or 'finished'.
In Middle English, it morphed into 'completen' before reaching its current form.
The prefix 'com-' indicates 'together' or 'with', while 'pleting' relates to filling or achieving.

Psychology

Completing tasks can lead to a sense of accomplishment, boosting self-esteem.
The 'Zeigarnik Effect' suggests people remember uncompleted tasks better than completed ones, highlighting our drive to finish.
Psychological studies show that setting clear goals and completing them can improve focus and reduce stress.

Education

Completing assignments is crucial for learning, as it helps reinforce knowledge and skills.
Teachers often use 'completion criteria' to help students understand when a task is done.
The concept of 'active learning' often hinges on completing hands-on activities to enhance understanding.

Technology

In software development, 'completing' code is essential for debugging and ensuring functionalities work.
Task management tools like Trello focus on helping users track and complete their tasks efficiently.
The Agile methodology emphasizes completing tasks in iterations to improve project management.

Pop Culture

In movies and books, characters often seek completion of quests or personal goals, representing growth.
Popular video games reward players for completing levels or missions, emphasizing achievement.
Reality shows often feature competitions where contestants aim to 'complete' challenges for prizes.

Translations

Translations of the word "completing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 completando

🇮🇳 पूरा करना

🇩🇪 abschließen

🇮🇩 menyelesaikan

🇺🇦 завершення

🇵🇱 ukończenie

🇯🇵 完了する (kanryō suru)

🇫🇷 compléter

🇪🇸 completar

🇹🇷 tamamlama

🇰🇷 완성하기 (wanseonghagi)

🇸🇦 إكمال (ikmal)

🇨🇿 dokončení

🇸🇰 dokončovanie

🇨🇳 完成 (wánchéng)

🇸🇮 dokončanje

🇮🇸 loka

🇰🇿 аяқтау

🇬🇪 დასრულება (dasruleba)

🇦🇿 tamamlanma

🇲🇽 completar

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,031 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.

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