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finished

/ˈfɪn.ɪʃt/
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1

Having been brought to an end, completed, or concluded; having no further work or action remaining.

Example

"She placed the finished manuscript on the editor's desk with a sigh of relief."


2

Having been processed, treated, coated, or polished to achieve a desired final surface or state (especially of wood, metal, or manufactured goods).

Example

"The carpenter inspected the finished oak table to ensure the varnish was completely smooth."


3

Ruined, exhausted, or no longer capable of succeeding, functioning, or continuing effectively.

Example

"After the scandal broke in the national press, his political career was effectively finished."


4

Highly skilled, accomplished, or perfected in technique or execution.

Example

"Only a truly finished musician could navigate such a demanding concerto with effortless grace."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as the past participle of the verb 'finish', which derives from Old French 'feniss-', the extended stem of 'fenir', ultimately from Latin 'finire' ('to limit, set bounds, or bring to an end'), from 'finis' ('end').

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