Meaning & Definition of word "Completion"

Completion

/kəmˈpliːʃən/

noun:

  • 1. the final part of something.
    • Example: The completion of the novel took several years of hard work.
  • 2. the state or process of finishing something.
    • Example: The completion of the project was celebrated by the entire team.
  • 3. the act of bringing something to an end.
    • Example: Her graduation marked the completion of her studies.
  • 4. the fulfillment of a task or assignment.
    • Example: The completion of the task was required by the end of the week.

Etymology

From Latin 'completio', meaning 'a filling up' or 'a conclusion'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

completion date:

The date by which something must be finished or delivered.

completion of a course:

The successful finishing of a course of study.

incompletion:

The state of not being finished or complete.

Related Words

complete:

To finish making or doing something.

finish:

To bring a task or activity to an end.

conclude:

To bring to a close.

Slang Meanings of completion