Definition

The state of being final or complete, often indicating that something cannot be changed or reversed.

Example

The finality of the decision left no room for further discussion.

Conversation

I was thinking about how every decision has a sense of finality to it.

That's true, once you make a choice, there’s no going back.

Exactly! It feels like some moments are just meant to be definitive.

Yeah, those moments really shape our paths, don't they?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Finality → It is formed from "final" (from Latin "finalis", meaning pertaining to an end) and "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "finality" refers to the state of being final or the quality of being at an end.

Memory Tip

Think of 'final' as relating to an 'end' and '-ity' as indicating a state. This helps you remember that 'finality' means the state of being at an end.

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