abschließend
Translation
final, concluding, closing
Examples
Er dachte über den abschließenden Satz nach.
He thought about the concluding sentence.
Nach den abschließenden Prüfungen gibt es eine Feier.
After the final exams, there is a party.
Grammar Patterns
((Adjective)) + Noun (modifies a noun) The concluding remark was important.
Similar Words
Synonyms: endgültig, letzt; Antonyms: anfänglich, beginnend
Etymology
From 'ab-' (off, completion) and 'schließen' (to close). Literally means 'closing off'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'abschließen' (to lock a door). 'abschließend' is like locking up a discussion or project—it's the final action.