Avsluttet

Avsluttet is a Norwegian word that functions as the past participle of the verb avslutte and as an adjective describing something that has been brought to an end or completed. It is used to indicate that a process, action, or state has reached its conclusion.

Etymology and forms: The term comes from the prefix av- meaning “away” or “off” combined with slutte, meaning “to end” or “to close.” The base verb avslutte has the present tense avslutter and the past tense avsluttet, with the neutral adjective use of avsluttet describing a completed status. In usage, it can appear in short forms such as prosjektet er avsluttet (the project is completed) or in perfect constructions like prosjektet har avsluttet (the project has been completed).

Grammar and usage: Avsluttet can describe a finished task, agreement, examination, or process. It often appears with auxiliary verbs to form perfect tenses, for example: Arbeidet er avsluttet, eller Prosjektet ble avsluttet i fjor. It is commonly contrasted with synonyms such as ferdig, fullført, or avslutnet, depending on nuance. Avsluttet emphasizes that something has reached its end or closure, rather than merely being in a finished state.

Semantic nuances and examples: The term is typical in formal or administrative writing, project reports, legal documents, and official communications. It conveys a definitive conclusion rather than ongoing status. Example uses include “avsluttet kontrakt,” “avsluttet studie,” and “avsluttede forhandlinger.”

See also: avslutte, avslutning, fullført, ferdig.