finishing
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/
KK: /ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of completing or bringing something to an end.
Example
She is proud of her finishing time in the marathon.
Conversation
Have you started finishing that project for school yet?
Not yet, I'm still gathering my materials.
I found that setting small goals helps with finishing tasks on time.
That's a great idea! I should try that to stay on track.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
completion
conclusion
culmination
Antonyms
beginning
initiation
commencement
verb
Definition
To complete or bring to an end something that has been started.
Example
She is finishing her homework before dinner.
Tense Forms
Past: finished
Past Participle: finished
Conversation
Hey, are you finishing that book today?
Yeah, I should be done by tonight.
Nice! I can't wait to hear your thoughts after finishing it.
Root Explanation
Finishing → It is formed from "finish" (from Old French *finir*, meaning to end or complete) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or process of). The word "finishing" refers to the process of bringing something to an end or completion.
Memory Tip
Think of the action of 'completing' something — 'finishing' means you are in the process of bringing it to an end.
Visually Confused Words
fishing
nonfinishing
furnishing
fishling