CONSUMMATION Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

consummation

noun

ˌkän-sə-ˈmā-shən

Definition of consummation

as in ending

the last part of a process or action the signing of the contract marked the consummation of six months of negotiations

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as in realization

the state of being actual or complete the opening of the performing arts center brought to consummation years of planning

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Recent Examples of consummation Fascism relies on this kind of tunnel vision, this narrowing of sight to the present and the consummation of immediate desires or demands. — Literary Hub, 7 Jan. 2026 In Heated Rivalry, there is consummation aplenty, but the copulation escalates in its own competitive terms. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 26 Nov. 2025 Quiet consummation have; Wonderful. — Deborah Unger, Scientific American, 5 Nov. 2025 In under five minutes, Dismukes and Padilla speed-run through their entire relationship, from meet-cute to consummation (in Jost’s office, obviously) to the inevitable blowup. — Charu Sinha, Vulture, 2 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for consummation

Recent Examples of Synonyms for consummation

Noun

In another series, in another era, those developments might have led to teachable moments and inspiring speeches, and the most bittersweet beats of the series are the ones that suggest how a happier ending could have come to pass.

— Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026
But that wasn’t the ending that Showalter and his team originally intended.

— Marlow Stern, Variety, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of ending

Noun

But to jump to conclusions that the intent of this celebration was to drink alcohol and specifically beer was a leap.

— Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026
When the system is uncertain, the case can be escalated rather than forcing a binary conclusion.

— Arpan Saxena, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of conclusion

Noun

Some trade analysts were struck by how few tangible accomplishments seemed to come from the meeting.

— MICHELLE L. PRICE, Arkansas Online, 26 Sep. 2026
With the American League East title won and homefield advantage secured through the Championship Series, the Rays don’t have much to play for during the final days of the regular season besides some individual accomplishments.

— Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of accomplishment

Noun

Throughout the performance, Seth Rogen, Andrew Watt and Sombr made cameos before the two-song spectacular came to an end.

— Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 28 Sep. 2026
Circ has said construction of the French facility is expected to be completed by the end of 2028, with the company targeting the use of its recycled polyester in Primark products from 2029.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of end

Noun

Hamm also created the Harold Hamm International Prize for Biomedical Research in Diabetes, which recognizes and promotes lasting achievements in diabetes research.

— Sydney Lake, Fortune, 29 Sep. 2026
This list recognizes the women reshaping business and philanthropy — the leaders whose achievements in 2026 expanded the boundaries of influence, innovation and impact.

— CNBC.com staff, CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of achievement

Noun

Theo Bunch, director of Build Trybe, told The Star that the groundbreaking was the culmination of several months of planning and talks with other groups in the community.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2026
The list is the culmination of a yearlong editorial vetting process where thousands of products are submitted for consideration and Allure editors run extensive tests to select winners, according to Allure.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of culmination

Noun

Simon Yeh Simon Yeh chose purpose over a traditional corporate path, finding fulfillment in serving neighbors at a food closet.

— The Sacramento Bee staff, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Here, Hendrikx plays anthropologist to a culture that compels each of us—whether a rider or not—to find our own vehicle for fulfillment, then take it to redline.

— Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026

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