closure (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkloʊʒər/

Definition

A sense of resolution or finality, especially after a difficult or traumatic experience.

Examples

• She finally found closure after her father's death by visiting his hometown.

• The trial provided a sense of closure for the victims' families.

• He struggled to achieve closure after the painful breakup.

How to Use closure

closure on (prepositional phrase)

The act of bringing something to an end or conclusion, often related to a specific event or situation. — "The police are hoping for closure on the unsolved mystery."

closure with (prepositional phrase)

The emotional or psychological resolution achieved in relation to a person or past event. — "She needed closure with her past relationship before starting anew."

Synonyms of closure

Words with a similar meaning to closure:

• ending
• completion
• resolution
• finality

Antonyms of closure

Words with the opposite meaning to closure:

• continuation
• uncertainty
• open-endedness

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