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Definition of finals

finals

/ˈfaɪ.nəlz/
fi · nals
Adverb:finally
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Plural:finals
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Adjective:final
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finals Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The comprehensive examinations taken by students at the end of an academic term, school year, or university degree course.

Example

"The campus library stays open twenty-four hours a day while students prepare for their finals."

2

The last and deciding game, match, or series of matches in a tournament or competition, determining the overall champion.

Example

"After an undefeated regular season, our debate team advanced to the national finals."

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• Nearby Words

finalization
finalize
finally
finals
finance
financeable
financer

Word Origin & Etymology

Plural form of the noun 'final', derived from Middle English and Old French, ultimately from Latin 'finalis' ('of or pertaining to an end'), from 'finis' ('end' or 'boundary').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Finals. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/finals
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