finalize

especially British, fi·na·lise

[fahyn-l-ahyz]

verb (used with object)

finalized, finalizing 

1. to put into final form; complete all the details of.

verb (used without object)

finalized, finalizing 

1. to complete an agreement; conclude negotiations.

   We should finalize by the end of the week.

finalize

/ ˈfaɪnəˌlaɪz /

verb

1. (tr) to put into final form; settle

   to finalize plans for the merger

2. (intr) to complete arrangements or negotiations; reach agreement on a transaction

Usage

Although finalize has been in widespread use for some time, many speakers and writers still prefer to use complete, conclude , or make final , esp in formal contexts

Spelling Note

See -ize.

Other Word Forms

• finalization noun
• finalizer noun
• unfinalized adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of finalize¹

First recorded in 1920–25; final + -ize

Example Sentences

But his administration will need to work hard to finalize the deal, and ensure that Arab countries in the region are invested in helping rebuild a devastated Gaza.

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“As we work to finalize plans, we will do so in a way that is mindful of those we have lost.”

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The U.S. has finalized crucial details of its planned rescue of Argentina, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday.

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A day later, they were still focused on finalizing the details and patching up gaps in the agreement, the official said.

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Rules and guidelines are still not finalized, but investors will likely see private-market offerings in employer-sponsored retirement plans within the next couple of years.

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Related Words

• agree 
• conclude 
• decide 
• settle 
• work out 
• wrap up