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- pronunciation:
- faI
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun), Word Builder, Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
happening at or being the end of something; last.
The mystery was not solved until the final chapter of the book.- synonyms:
- closing, concluding, finishing, terminating
- antonyms:
- initial, introductory, original, preliminary, primary
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definition 2: |
not to be changed; decisive.
My parents said their decision was final, so we won't be getting another dog.- similar words:
- decided, decisive, last
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related words: |
latter, senior |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
(often plural) the last sports contest in a series, played by the two best teams or players.
The team played well in the final, but they still lost.Their track team made it to the state finals.- synonyms:
- championship
- similar words:
- playoff
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definition 2: |
the last test that students take in a school subject, which usually covers everything that was taught.
My sister is studying hard for her French final on Monday.- similar words:
- examination, test
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Word Builder: final +
- finally:
after a long time.
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