completion

[ kuhm-plee-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act of completing.

   Synonyms: closing, ending, termination

2. the state of being completed.
3. conclusion; fulfillment:

   Her last novel represented the completion of her literary achievement.

4. Football. a forward pass that has been completed.

Other Words From

• noncom·pletion noun
• precom·pletion noun
• subcom·pletion noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of completion¹

First recorded in 1650–60, completion is from the Late Latin word complētiōn- (stem of complētiō ). See complete, -ion

Example Sentences

It’s a card that represents culmination and fulfillment, the joy of completion.

From Los Angeles Times

He also has moved into ninth in completions.

From Los Angeles Times

The program temporarily extends student visas to allow for work training during or after the completion of studies.

From Los Angeles Times

“That is the question that will hover over the program from the Sept. 1 Louisiana State opener through the completion of USC’s first Big Ten season.”

From Los Angeles Times

She presented herself as a strong backer of law enforcement and strong borders, including "ZERO tolerance for illegal immigration" and said she would work to ensure the completion of the border wall.

From BBC

Related Words

• accomplishment
• achievement
• conclusion
• culmination
• expiration
• finalization
• fulfillment
• integration
• realization