Meaning & use
final
Coming at the end of a series, process, or sequence, with nothing further to follow.
See it in a sentence
This is the final chapter of the trilogy, wrapping up every storyline.
The judges reached their final decision after hours of deliberation.
A note on using this word
Final often implies that a decision or result is not open to further change or appeal.
Words with a similar meaning
lastconcluding
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Words with an opposite meaning
initialfirst
Another way to use it
2. noun
The last and deciding match or contest in a tournament or competition.
Both teams played brilliantly, but only one could win the final.
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