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We need to finalize the poster today.
What does Finalize mean?
To make something final or complete.
Dictionary definition
To make something final, complete, or ready to use.
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Finalize in a sentence
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The team will finalize the schedule after lunch.
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A careful review helps finalize a document before it is shared.
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Which word is closest in meaning to finalize?
Complete is close in meaning to finalize.
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fy · nuh · lyz · strongest beat: fy
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WordFinalize.
Partverb.
MeaningFinalize means To make something final or complete.
ExampleExample: We need to finalize the poster today.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- fy · nuh · lyz
- Strongest beat
- fy
- Ending
- lyz
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fy.
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Synonyms
Words like Finalize
completeTo finish something.
Antonyms
Opposite words
draftTo create an early version before it is final.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to finalize, depending on context.
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