closure

/ˈkləʊ.ʒə(ɹ)/noun

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

Example sentence

“Attending the memorial gave the family a sense of closure.”

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

Related words

cloudA mass of tiny water drops floating together in the sky where it can be seen.closetA small storage room in a home, used for keeping clothes, food, or supplies.clumsyMoving or handling things in an awkward way, without skill or grace.clipboardA stiff board with a spring clip at the top that holds sheets of paper in place.coachA person who trains and guides athletes, performers, or students.clinicA place where people receive medical care, especially patients who do not stay overnight.