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finished
/ˈfɪnɪʃt/
completed or ended
I finished my homework before dinner.
The homework was completed before dinner.
general
Completed or ended
She finished her project ahead of schedule.
She completed her project earlier than expected.
As a verb, it means to complete a task or activity. As an adjective, it describes something that has been completed.
general
To use up or consume entirely
We finished the last slice of pizza.
We ate the last piece of pizza.
Often used with consumable items like food or resources.
Collocations
finish upto complete somethingfinish offto complete something, often with finalityfinish withto stop dealing with someone or something
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Pro Tip
Verb vs. Adjective
Remember that 'finished' can be both a verb (action) and an adjective (descriptive). Context will help you determine which is intended.
Gold Rule
Common Usage
When used as a verb, 'finished' typically requires an object (e.g., 'finished the task'). As an adjective, it describes a state (e.g., 'the finished project').
Word Origin
From Middle English 'fynyshed,' from Old English 'fēoht,' meaning 'to fight' or 'to finish.' The modern sense of 'to complete' emerged in the 14th century.
Usage Notes
As a verb, 'finished' is often used with objects (e.g., 'finished the book'). As an adjective, it describes a state of completion (e.g., 'a finished product').
Word Breakdown
finish
to complete or end
root-ed
past tense or past participle
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