finalize
3 synonyms for finalize, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To complete or settle something so it becomes fixed and final.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
engross
finalise
How to use finalize
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
finalize the details
finalize a deal
finalize plans
Etymology
Formed from final plus the verb-forming suffix -ize.
Full origin of finalize →Frequently asked questions
What does “finalize” mean?
The word “finalize” means to complete or settle something so it becomes fixed and final. In plain terms, to make something official and unchangeable, wrapping up the last details.
How do you pronounce “finalize”?
“Finalize” is pronounced FEYE-nuh-lyz (/ˈfaɪ.nə.laɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “finalize” in a sentence?
Here is “finalize” used in a sentence: “They finalized the contract just before the deadline.”
What is another word for “finalize”?
Words with a similar meaning to “finalize” include engross.
What part of speech is “finalize”?
“Finalize” is a verb.
