ended

[ˈɛndɪd]

ended Definition

• 1. having come or been brought to a conclusion
• 2. no longer in existence

Using ended: Examples

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

• Example

  The meeting has ended.

• Example

  The relationship ended badly.

• Example

  The show ended with a spectacular finale.

• Example

  The company's operations have ended due to bankruptcy.

ended Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ended

• concluded
• finished
• terminated
• closed
• completed

Antonyms for ended

• ongoing
• continuing
• unfinished

Phrases with ended

• end up

  to eventually reach or come to a specified place or situation, often unexpectedly

  Example

  We got lost and ended up in a different city.

• end of the line

  the point beyond which progress or continuation is impossible

  Example

  The company has reached the end of the line and will be closing down soon.

• end of story

  used to indicate that there is nothing more to say about a matter

  Example

  I don't care what he says, I'm not going to do it. End of story.

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Summary: ended in Brief

'Ended' [ˈɛndɪd] is an adjective that describes something that has come to a conclusion or no longer exists. It can refer to various contexts, such as meetings, relationships, shows, or even companies. 'End up' is a common phrase that means to eventually reach a certain place or situation, while 'end of the line' refers to the point beyond which progress is impossible. 'End of story' is used to indicate that there is nothing more to say about a matter.