Finalitythe quality of being complete and no longer open to change means the state of being final, fixed, or definitelyin a way that leaves no doubt; certainly settled. It often suggests that something cannot be changed or reversedturned back or made to go the opposite way.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /fai-NAL-ih-tee/
Easy pronunciation: fai-NAL-ih-tee (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress is on the second syllable: NAL.
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Finality Meaning
the state of being settled and not open to change
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the quality or state of being final or definitely settled
Example: There was a sense of finality in her decision.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- conclusiveness — Works when finality means something is fully settled or beyond question.
- decisiveness — Can fit when finality refers to a firm, settled decision, but it is less exact than finality.
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Finality Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- conclusiveness
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes use finality to mean simply 'the end,' but it more often suggests something has been settled permanently or cannot be undone.
- Do not confuse finality with 'finale,' which means the last part of a performance or event.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does finality mean in simple words?
Finality means something is settled, complete, and not likely to change.
Is finality a noun or an adjective?
Finality is a noun.
What are synonyms for finality?
Good synonyms include conclusiveness and, in some contexts, decisiveness.
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