Synonyms of ending

Antonyms of ending

Collocations of ending

happy ending
Frequency: 80 %

The movie had a happy ending where the hero and heroine got married.

tragic ending
Frequency: 65 %

The play had a tragic ending with all the main characters dying.

satisfying ending
Frequency: 60 %

The show's final episode provided a satisfying ending for fans.

bittersweet ending
Frequency: 50 %

The series finale had a bittersweet ending as the main characters went their separate ways.

unexpected ending
Frequency: 45 %

The book had an unexpected ending that left readers shocked.

Idiomatic Expressions for ending

  • Phrase: dead end
    Meaning: a situation with no hope of progress or resolution
    Usage: The negotiations reached a dead end when neither party was willing to compromise.