Completed
/kəmˈpliːtɪd/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo finish something that has been started.
/kəmˈpliːtɪd/
To bring to an end; to finish.
She completed her homework.
💡 Simply: Imagine a puzzle – when you put the last piece in, you've *completed* it! It means to finish something entirely.
👶 For kids: To finish something all the way.
More Examples
Have you completed the application form?
How It's Used
"He completed the marathon in under four hours."
"The team completed the project on time and within budget."
Entire; having all parts.
/kəmˈpliːtɪd/
Having all necessary parts; whole.
The completed project was impressive.
💡 Simply: A completed set of LEGOs means you have *all* the pieces! It means whole and finished.
👶 For kids: All done and nothing missing.
More Examples
This is a completed set of tools.
How It's Used
"The completed set of stamps was worth a fortune."
From Middle English *completen, from Old French *completer, from Latin *complere "to fill up," from *com- "together" + *plere "to fill."
The word's usage has remained relatively consistent throughout history, primarily referring to the act of finishing something.
Memory tip
Think of 'completely' finished.