finalize (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈfaɪnəlaɪz/

Definition

To complete or settle a plan, project, or agreement, often by making a final decision or taking the last necessary steps.

Examples

• We need to finalize the guest list for the wedding.

• The company is finalizing the details of the merger.

• Can you finalize the report by Friday?

How to Use finalize

finalize plans (collocation)

To make the final decisions for a set of actions or arrangements. — "Let's meet tomorrow to finalize plans for the trip."

finalize an agreement (collocation)

To complete the process of reaching a formal understanding or contract. — "They expect to finalize an agreement by the end of the month."

finalize the details (collocation)

To finish the small, specific parts of a plan or project. — "We just need to finalize the details of the catering."

Synonyms of finalize

Words with a similar meaning to finalize:

• complete
• conclude
• settle
• wrap up
• perfect

Antonyms of finalize

Words with the opposite meaning to finalize:

• begin
• initiate
• postpone

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