closure

/ˈkləʊ.ʒə(ɹ)/noun

Something that marks the end of a situation or brings it to a finish.

Example sentences

“Attending the memorial gave the family a sense of closure.”
“After the breakup, she wanted one last talk to get closure.”

The emotional sense, 'seeking closure' after a loss or breakup, is now the most common one; some editors find it overworked.

Synonyms for closure

resolution
conclusion
ending
finality

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