finalist
Translation
finalist
Examples
She was a finalist in the competition.
She was a finalist in the competition.
The three finalists will compete for the prize.
The three finalists will compete for the prize.
Grammar Patterns
((a finalist)) ((in sth.)) a person in the final of (sth.) She was a finalist in the tennis tournament.
Similar Words
Synonyms: contender, competitor
Etymology
From 'final' + '-ist' (a person who does something). 'Final' comes from Latin 'finis' meaning 'end'.
Memory Tips
A person who reaches the 'final' round of a competition.