complete
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /kəmˈpliːt/
KK: /kəmˈplit/
adjective
Definition
Having all necessary parts or elements; entire or finished.
Example
The project was finally complete after months of hard work.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more complete
Superlative: most complete
Conversation
Did you finish the project we were working on?
Yes, I just submitted it; I think it’s complete now.
That’s great to hear! I was worried we might miss something important.
No worries, I double-checked everything to make sure it was all complete.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
entire
total
full
Antonyms
partial
incomplete
fragmented
transitive verb
Definition
To finish something or make it whole by adding what is needed.
Example
She worked hard to complete her project before the deadline.
Tense Forms
Past: completed
Past Participle: completed
Conversation
Did you hear that Sarah finally managed to complete her degree?
Yeah, I heard! That's such a big accomplishment for her.
I think it will really complete her plans for the future.
Root Explanation
Complete → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "plere" (meaning to fill). The word "complete" means to fill something together or to make something whole.
Memory Tip
Think of filling something 'together' — 'com-' means together, and 'plere' means to fill, which helps you remember that complete means to make something whole.
Visually Confused Words
uncomplete
recomplete
incomplete
uncompleted
outcomplete
incompleted
recompete
uncompletely