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complete

[kuhm-pleet] / kəmˈplit /






Usage

What are other ways to say complete? The adjective complete implies that a certain unit has all its parts or is fully developed or perfected, and may apply to a process or purpose carried to fulfillment: a complete explanation. Entire means whole, having unbroken unity: an entire book. Intact implies retaining completeness and original condition: a package delivered intact. Perfect emphasizes not only completeness but also high quality and absence of defects or blemishes: a perfect diamond.

Example Sentences

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The loss of additional American aircraft was seen by some in Iran as evidence that the U.S. mission was not a complete success.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

He had both humans and AI large language models complete a standard test for measuring creativity: Think of 10 nouns that differ as widely as possible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The 25-year-old converted from the penalty spot to set City on their way against Liverpool, before heading his second from Antoine Semenyo's cross and stroking into an open net to complete the hat-trick.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Campbell and colleagues had some participants in a study use ChatGPT to complete a writing assignment, and had some forgo help from the tool.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

It hits me hard, square in the chest, sending me through the stairwell door and into a recreational area, complete with a pool, two hot tubs, and a small gym along the far wall.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer