ENDGAME Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

endgame

noun

ˈen(d)-ˌgām

Definition of endgame

as in ending

the last part of a process or action they're now in the endgame of the negotiations for a new labor contract

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Recent Examples of endgame By June 2024, Eisenkot and Gantz withdrew from the emergency war cabinet, citing the absence of an endgame. — Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 29 June 2026 Yes, the injuries and absences often have clouded the overall contributions, but the contribution has been real and deserves recognition if this, indeed, is the endgame. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026 Hart of Dixie Season 1 initially set the stage for a George (Scott Porter) and Zoe endgame, but somewhere along the way, Wade and Zoe’s chemistry undeniably sped the relationship into the lead. — Selena Schorken, Entertainment Weekly, 11 June 2026 Rivian still believes that the future of 100 percent electric vehicles represents the endgame for the entire automotive industry, even amid widespread backtracking from legacy automakers toward more internal-combustion and hybrid models. — ArsTechnica, 9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for endgame

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Noun

And while the film's ending ultimately requires some logic-bending buy-in, the journey to get there is equal parts thrilling, fun, emotional, and ferocious.

— Megan McCluskey, Time, 14 Aug. 2026
Don't Let Resentment Outlive the Lesson Major Howell’s story has an unexpected ending, because his most potent insight came long after the working relationship had ended.

— Mark Nevins, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of ending

Noun

The designation represents a disappointing conclusion to what had been an opportunity for Allard to work his way back toward the majors.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Endgame was the grand conclusion of Marvel’s initial saga, featuring Spider-Man alongside every other popular character in the company’s wheelhouse.

— David Sims, The Atlantic, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of conclusion

Noun

In a game that could’ve gone either way towards the end, the Indiana Fever pulled away with a 95-91 win against the Dream in overtime on Sunday.

— Micahya Costen, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Then, accessorize with a simple black thong sandal and woven handbag—two end-of-summer staples not to stow away just yet.

— Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of end

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Seven episodes dropped August 5, with the finale — a near-feature-length special directed by Laura Mora — arriving August 26.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
In missing a 45-yard field-goal attempt wide right, Bass was 3 of 4 in his first game setting since Buffalo’s preseason finale a year ago.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of finale

Noun

Disruption is not a starting point but the culmination of a journey, built on creating commercial evidence and learning.

— Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
After Savaiinaea struggled as a rookie at left guard, his play in the first two series in his Dolphins right guard debut, albeit in an exhibition against the Washington Commanders, seemed to be the culmination of an offseason of dedicated work.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of culmination

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