completion
Translation
finishing, conclusion, end
Examples
The completion of the project took two years.
The completion of the project took two years.
We are near the completion of our work.
We are near the completion of our work.
Grammar Patterns
the ((completion)) of sth. the finishing of sth. The completion of the project took two years.
Similar Words
Synonyms: finalization, conclusion, finishing; Antonyms: start, commencement
Etymology
From 'complete' + '-ion' (noun-forming suffix indicating an action or state).
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ion' often means 'the act of'. So, 'completion' is 'the act of completing'.