A1adjective 1K

Complete

🇬🇧 UK /["/kəmˈpliːt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kəmˈpliːt/"]/

Meaning of Complete

including all the parts, etc. that are necessary; whole

In simple words: To finish something completely.

Complete in a sentence

• The puzzle is now complete after I found the last piece.
• Her homework is complete and ready to be submitted.
• He felt a complete sense of happiness at the event.
• The team achieved a complete victory in the championship match.
• She gave me a complete explanation about the project.

How to use Complete

Use 'complete' in academic or professional contexts when discussing tasks, projects, or forms. Avoid using it in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

complete + object

Memory hint

Think of 'complete' as 'completely done' — both start with 'com'.

Related words

Collocations with Complete

• be
• seem
• survive
• remarkably
• very
• far from
• be
• seem
• almost
• nearly
• substantially

Synonyms for Complete

• total

Opposites of Complete

• incomplete
• unfinished
• partial

Common mistakes with Complete

• Confused with 'finished' — both mean to end, but 'complete' emphasizes fullness.
• Using 'complete' when a task is partially done.
• 'Complete' is sometimes incorrectly used as a noun.

Frequently asked questions about Complete

What does Complete mean?

To finish something completely.

What is the definition of Complete?

including all the parts, etc. that are necessary; whole

How do you use Complete in a sentence?

The puzzle is now complete after I found the last piece.

Can you give another example of Complete?

Her homework is complete and ready to be submitted.

What are synonyms for Complete?

Common alternatives include total.

What is the opposite of Complete?

Opposite meanings include incomplete, unfinished, partial.

What words go with Complete?

It commonly pairs with be, seem, survive, remarkably, very, far from, be, seem, almost, nearly, substantially.

What are common mistakes when using Complete?

Confused with 'finished' — both mean to end, but 'complete' emphasizes fullness. Using 'complete' when a task is partially done. 'Complete' is sometimes incorrectly used as a noun.

How do you pronounce Complete?

US: /["/kəmˈpliːt/"]/, UK: /["/kəmˈpliːt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Complete?

Use 'complete' in academic or professional contexts when discussing tasks, projects, or forms. Avoid using it in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Complete?

"Complete" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.