end

[ɛnd]

end Definition

• 1. the final part of something, especially a period of time, an activity, or a story
• 2. the furthest or most extreme part or point of something
• 3. a goal or objective

Using end: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "end" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The end of the movie was unexpected.

• Example

  We are nearing the end of the year.

• Example

  I can see the end of the tunnel.

• Example

  What is your end goal in life?

end Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for end

• conclusion
• termination
• finale
• culmination
• completion

Antonyms for end

• beginning
• start
• commencement

Idioms Using end

• come to an end

  to reach a conclusion or finish

  Example

  The concert came to an end after three hours of music.

• keep one's end up

  to fulfill one's part of an agreement or bargain

  Example

  I'll keep my end up and pay you back next week.

• light at the end of the tunnel

  a sign of hope or relief after a long and difficult period of time

  Example

  After months of job searching, she finally saw a light at the end of the tunnel when she got an interview.

Phrases with end

• at the end of the day

  when everything is considered; in the final analysis

  Example

  At the end of the day, it's important to remember what really matters.

• end of story

  used to emphasize that something is definitely finished or settled

  Example

  I don't want to hear any more excuses. You're not going to the party, end of story.

• on end

  continuously without stopping

  Example

  She worked on her project for hours on end.

Origins of end

from Old English 'end', related to 'and' meaning 'conjunction'

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Summary: end in Brief

The term 'end' [ɛnd] refers to the final part of something, the furthest or most extreme point of something, or a goal or objective. It can be used in contexts ranging from time periods to stories, as in 'The end of the movie was unexpected.' Phrases like 'at the end of the day' and idioms like 'come to an end' are also common. 'End' has formal synonyms like 'conclusion' and 'termination,' and informal synonyms like 'wrap-up' and 'finishing touch.'