Finishing: meaning, definitions and examples

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finishing

 

[ ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

end of a race or competition

The finishing of the marathon was a moment of triumph for the runner.

Synonyms

completion, conclusion, end.

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Word Description / Examples
finishing

Often used in the context of adding the final touches or completing the last steps of a task or process.

  • I'm just finishing the report; it will be ready in an hour.
  • They are finishing the painting on the wall.
end

A general term used to signify the final point of something. It can be applied in various formal and informal settings.

  • At the end of the day, we were all very tired.
  • The book's end was quite surprising.
conclusion

Typically used to refer to the end result or summary of an argument, event, or process.

  • In conclusion, the study found that exercise significantly improves mental health.
  • The film's conclusion left many viewers in tears.
completion

Used in formal or professional contexts to indicate that something is fully done and all parts are finalized.

  • The completion of the construction project is scheduled for next month.
  • She celebrated the completion of her degree.

Examples of usage

  • He sprinted to the finishing line.
  • The crowd cheered as the athletes approached the finishing.
Context #2 | Verb

completing a task or activity

Finishing the project ahead of schedule was a great achievement.

Synonyms

accomplishing, completing, concluding.

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Word Description / Examples
finishing

To describe the act of bringing something to an end, often with a sense of wrapping up, like an artistic work or a task at hand.

  • She is finishing her painting.
  • He is finishing his homework before dinner.
completing

Implying that all parts of something are done, leaving it whole or finished, often used in formal or task-oriented scenarios.

  • She is completing her degree in biology.
  • He is completing the final steps of the registration process.
concluding

Used to indicate bringing a process or action to an end, often in the context of events, meetings, or discussions.

  • The chairman is concluding the meeting.
  • She gave a speech concluding the ceremony.
accomplishing

Used when successfully achieving a particular goal or task, especially when it required effort, skill, or courage.

  • She felt proud after accomplishing her goal of running a marathon.
  • He was recognized for accomplishing the difficult project ahead of schedule.

Examples of usage

  • She was focused on finishing her homework before dinner.
  • He is known for finishing his work with precision and efficiency.

Translations

Translations of the word "finishing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acabamento

🇮🇳 समाप्ति

🇩🇪 Fertigstellung

🇮🇩 penyelesaian

🇺🇦 завершення

🇵🇱 wykończenie

🇯🇵 仕上げ (しあげ)

🇫🇷 finition

🇪🇸 acabado

🇹🇷 bitirme

🇰🇷 마무리

🇸🇦 إنهاء

🇨🇿 dokončení

🇸🇰 dokončenie

🇨🇳 完成 (wánchéng)

🇸🇮 dokončanje

🇮🇸 frágang

🇰🇿 аяқтау

🇬🇪 დასრულება

🇦🇿 bitirmə

🇲🇽 acabado

Etymology

The word 'finishing' originates from the verb 'finish', which has its roots in Old French 'finir' and Latin 'finire', both meaning 'to end'. Over time, 'finishing' has come to be associated with the completion or conclusion of a task, activity, or event.

See also: finished, finisher, finishes, refinisher, unfinished.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,297 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.