Definition

The process of completing or making something final.

Example

The finalization of the project took longer than expected.

Conversation

Have you heard about the finalization of the project next week?

Yeah, I read the email. It’s exciting!

I hope we get to celebrate after the finalization is done.

Definitely! We should plan something fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Finalization → It is formed from "final" (from Latin "finalis", meaning pertaining to the end) and "-ization" (meaning the process of making or becoming). The word "finalization" refers to the process of making something final or complete.

Memory Tip

Think of something being made 'final' — 'final' means the end, and '-ization' indicates the process of making it so.

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