FINIS Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

finis

noun

ˈfi-nəs

Definition of finis

as in ending

the last part of a process or action if the two countries keep up their arms race, the inevitable finis to their rivalry will be their mutual destruction

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Noun

The former great Herald publisher Dave Lawrence called me about my career and its ending.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
Lunch hour has its beginning and its ending, and somehow the whole teeming chaos of midcentury Midtown must be crammed within it, before the hour slams shut.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 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

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

Manager Dave Roberts gave utility man Tommy Edman a day off to rest and planned to sit some regulars or give them shorter stints in Sunday's regular-season finale.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
In May, fans began to speculate that something was up after Laboriel was missing from McCartney’s performance during Saturday Night Live‘s 51st finale and when Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith filled in.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of finale

Noun

From 56 percent off combat boots that bring an edgy finish to polished fall outfits to under-$100 sleek walking sneakers that seamlessly transition from cidery visits to cozy dinners, these Vionic deals shouldn’t be missed.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026
The Hawkeyes took advantage of the time, three weeks after Michigan was given a second to attempt a second Hail Mary to beat Western Michigan in a controversial finish in the same stadium.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of finish

Noun

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
The raid at the Travelodge and Super 8 Hotels on James Circle was a culmination of a yearlong investigation, Brooklyn Center officials said.

— WCCO Staff, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of culmination

Noun

The senior receiver made a game-winning, one-handed catch on fourth-and-goal for the Eagles in the closing seconds — and much to the delight of senior quarterback Sean Ruisz.

— Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
Her closing look was a chiffon and Chantilly lace gown featuring crystal mesh details, worn with a pair of the brand’s DG Devotion sunglasses.

— Patty Huntington, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2026

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