Last, final, terminal, ultimate mean following all others (as in time, order, or importance) As in the term final clause. Last applies to something that comes at the end of a series but does not always imply that the series is completed or stopped
Final applies to that which definitely closes a series, process, or progress. Respecting the purpose or ultimate end in view Final synonyms, final pronunciation, final translation, english dictionary definition of final
The final scene of a film. Used when you are talking about what is most important or true in a situation Happening or coming at the end Happening as a result happening at the end of a process
In a series of events, things, or people, the final one is the last one, or the one that happens at the end A final is the last game or contest in a series, which decides the overall winner. Having no possibility for further discussion, action, or change A final decree of judgment relating to or constituting an end or purpose
Meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the oxford english dictionary Respecting an end or object to be gained
