Another Word for Complete: 19 Synonyms with Examples
As an adjective, “complete” means having all its parts, or finished. As a verb, it means to finish. Pick a synonym for the right part of speech.
As an adjective: having all its parts
As an adjective: finished
- finished
- done
- concluded
- ended
- accomplished
As a verb: to finish
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How they differ
Synonyms share a meaning, not always a tone. Here is when to pick each of the main options.
- comprehensive
- Covers every aspect, often of guides or plans.
- unabridged
- For books and texts printed in full, not shortened.
- finish
- The everyday verb.
- accomplish
- To succeed in doing something, often with effort.
- wrap up
- Informal: to finish neatly.
Example sentences
- comprehensive: The book is a comprehensive guide to garden birds.
- unabridged: I listened to the unabridged audiobook.
- finish: Please finish the form before your appointment.
- accomplish: We accomplished a lot in one week.
- wrap up: Let's wrap up the meeting by five.
Opposite of complete
- incomplete
- partial
- unfinished
- start
More from WordNet
Less common or more specialised words WordNet lists for other senses of “complete”. Check the meaning before you use one.
adjective: consummate, arrant, everlasting, gross, perfect, pure, sodding, stark, staring, thorough
WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Used under the WordNet licence.
Frequently asked questions
What is another word for “complete”?
The most useful alternatives are “whole”, “entire”, “full”, “intact”, “comprehensive”. For the main sense (having all its parts), “whole” is usually the closest swap.
What is the difference between “comprehensive” and “unabridged”?
comprehensive: Covers every aspect, often of guides or plans. unabridged: For books and texts printed in full, not shortened.
What is the opposite of “complete”?
Common antonyms are “incomplete”, “partial”, “unfinished”, “start”.