complete

/kəmplˈiːt/

/kəmˈpɫit/

[verb] [adjective]

to complete

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to bring something to an end by making it whole

synonyms : finish

1.1

write all the required information onto a form

synonyms : fill in

fill out

make out

1.2

bring to a whole, with all the necessary parts or elements

1.3

complete or carry out

synonyms : discharge

dispatch

complete a pass

synonyms : nail

complete

[ADJECTIVE]

highly skilled

synonyms : accomplished

perfect and complete in every respect; having all necessary qualities

synonyms : consummate

2.1

having all the necessary parts

antonyms : incomplete

having come or been brought to a conclusion

synonyms : all over

without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers

synonyms : arrant(a)

Examples

1. A complete sentence must have a subject and a verb.

2. Thanksgiving is never complete without the aroma of a succulent turkey.

3. The construction project was completed without a hitch, thanks to the hard work of our team and the diligence of our contractors.

4. Tacos aren't complete without a generous amount of grated cheese on top.

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