Closure

Pronunciation: /ˈkloʊʒər/

Definitions of closure

noun the process of bringing something to an end

Example Sentences

A1 I finally found closure after talking to my ex.

A2 The closure of the store left many employees without jobs.

B1 The therapist helped me find closure after the loss of my loved one.

B2 Finding closure in a relationship can be difficult but necessary for moving on.

C1 The closure of the business was due to financial difficulties.

C2 Achieving closure in a legal case can bring a sense of relief to those involved.

Examples of closure in a Sentence

formal The company announced the closure of its manufacturing plant.

informal They finally decided on the closure of the deal.

slang I'm so over him, I need closure.

figurative Finding closure after a loss can be a long process.

Grammatical Forms of closure

• past tense: closed
• plural: closures
• comparative: more closed
• superlative: most closed
• present tense: close
• future tense: will close
• perfect tense: have closed
• continuous tense: is closing
• singular: closure
• positive degree: closed
• infinitive: to close
• gerund: closing
• participle: closed

Origin and Evolution of closure

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'closure' originated from the Latin word 'clausura' meaning 'a closing'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a literal sense of shutting or closing something, the meaning of 'closure' has evolved to also refer to the resolution or conclusion of a situation or emotional process.