Complete
/kəmˈpliːt/
Definitions
2 meaningsHaving all the necessary or required parts; whole or entire.
/kəmˈpliːt/
Having all the necessary parts or elements; whole.
The project is finally complete.
💡 Simply: Imagine a puzzle. When every piece is in place, it's complete! It means everything is there.
👶 For kids: All there! No missing parts.
More Examples
This is a complete sentence.
How It's Used
"The report is now complete."
"A complete set of numbers includes both positive and negative values."
To bring to an end; finish; to make perfect or whole.
/kəmˈpliːt/
To make or become whole or perfect.
Complete the form before submitting.
💡 Simply: It's like finishing a drawing. When you've added all the parts and it's all done, you've completed it.
👶 For kids: To finish something.
More Examples
I completed the marathon.
How It's Used
"I need to complete this assignment by tomorrow."
"Complete the application form and submit it online."
Idioms & expressions
complete with
Including something as a part of a whole.
"The house is complete with a garden and swimming pool."
From Middle English *compleet*, from Old French *complet*, from Latin *completus*, past participle of *complere* "to fill up, complete"
The word's use has remained relatively consistent over time, though its applications in various contexts have broadened.
Memory tip
Think of 'com' (together) and 'plete' (full).