incomplete
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for incomplete, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Not finished; missing one or more parts.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use incomplete
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
incomplete data
incomplete picture
mark as incomplete
Etymology
From Late Latin incomplētus, from in- ("not") plus complētus ("complete, filled up").
Full origin of incomplete →Frequently asked questions
What does “incomplete” mean?
The word “incomplete” means not finished; missing one or more parts. In plain terms, missing something — not whole or finished.
How do you pronounce “incomplete”?
“Incomplete” is pronounced ihn-kuhm-PLEET (/ɪn.kəmˈpliːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “incomplete” in a sentence?
Here is “incomplete” used in a sentence: “She submitted an incomplete application and had to send the missing documents later.”
What is the opposite of “incomplete”?
The opposite of “incomplete” — its antonyms — is complete.
What part of speech is “incomplete”?
“Incomplete” is an adjective.
Where does the word “incomplete” come from?
The word “incomplete” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin incomplētus, from in- ("not") plus complētus ("complete, filled up").
Is “incomplete” a common word?
“Incomplete” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between incomplete and unfinished?
Incomplete simply means missing one or more parts, which can apply to something that was never intended to be finished, such as an incomplete set of dishes. Unfinished more specifically implies that work on something is still in progress or was stopped before completion, such as an unfinished painting.
What is the opposite of incomplete?
The opposite of incomplete is complete, meaning something that has all its parts and is fully finished. Whole is another common opposite.
Can incomplete describe information as well as objects?
Yes, incomplete commonly describes information, records, or data that is missing details, such as an incomplete application or an incomplete medical history. It applies equally to physical objects and abstract things like data or plans.
