C1 adjective Formal

semifinism

/ˌsɛmiˈfɪnɪzəm/

Relating to a state of partial completion or an intermediate stage in a process where a final goal is reached in function but not in form. It describes something that is operational yet lacks the definitive polish or finality of a completed work.

Exemplos

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1

The kitchen remains in a semifinism state; while the stove works, the cabinet doors are yet to be installed.

The kitchen remains in a semifinism state; while the stove works, the cabinet doors are yet to be installed.

2

The committee adopted a semifinism approach to the proposal, allowing for further amendments before the final vote.

The committee adopted a semifinism approach to the proposal, allowing for further amendments before the final vote.

3

My DIY project is totally semifinism right now—it's usable, but it looks like a work in progress.

My DIY project is totally semifinism right now—it's usable, but it looks like a work in progress.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
semifinism
Advérbio
semifinistically
Adjetivo
semifinism
Relacionado
semifinality
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Dica de memorização

Think of 'semi' (half) and 'finis' (end). It is the philosophy of staying at the 'half-end' point.

Quiz rápido

The architect described the building as having a ___ aesthetic, as several structural elements were left exposed to show the construction process.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: a

Exemplos

1

The kitchen remains in a semifinism state; while the stove works, the cabinet doors are yet to be installed.

everyday

The kitchen remains in a semifinism state; while the stove works, the cabinet doors are yet to be installed.

2

The committee adopted a semifinism approach to the proposal, allowing for further amendments before the final vote.

formal

The committee adopted a semifinism approach to the proposal, allowing for further amendments before the final vote.

3

My DIY project is totally semifinism right now—it's usable, but it looks like a work in progress.

informal

My DIY project is totally semifinism right now—it's usable, but it looks like a work in progress.

4

The researcher noted the semifinism nature of the pilot data, suggesting the study was still in its transitional phase.

academic

The researcher noted the semifinism nature of the pilot data, suggesting the study was still in its transitional phase.

5

The software release is currently in a semifinism stage, suitable for internal testing but not for public consumption.

business

The software release is currently in a semifinism stage, suitable for internal testing but not for public consumption.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
semifinism
Advérbio
semifinistically
Adjetivo
semifinism
Relacionado
semifinality

Colocações comuns

semifinism approach a partially final approach
semifinism state a state of partial completion
semifinism design an incomplete but functional design
semifinism stage a middle stage of development
semifinism policy a temporary or partial policy

Frases Comuns

in a semifinism way

done in a manner that is not quite finished

the semifinism factor

the aspect of being partially complete

semifinism status

the status of an ongoing task

Frequentemente confundido com

semifinism vs semifinal

Semifinal refers specifically to the round before a final in a competition, whereas semifinism relates to the qualitative state of completion.

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Notas de uso

This word is typically used in formal or technical contexts to describe systems or projects that are functional but remain in a transitional phase. It is often used as an attributive adjective directly before a noun.

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Erros comuns

Learners often mistake this for 'semifinal' or use it to mean 'halfway through a race,' but it more accurately describes the inherent state of a project that lacks finality.

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Dica de memorização

Think of 'semi' (half) and 'finis' (end). It is the philosophy of staying at the 'half-end' point.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Latin 'semi' (half) and 'finis' (end), adapted with the suffix -ism to denote a specific state or quality.

Padrões gramaticais

Usually used as an attributive adjective before a noun Does not typically take comparative or superlative forms
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Contexto cultural

Often used in architectural or software design discussions to describe minimalist or brutalist aesthetics where structural elements are left exposed.

Quiz rápido

The architect described the building as having a ___ aesthetic, as several structural elements were left exposed to show the construction process.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: a

Palavras relacionadas

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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