Finalist

usgb/ˈfaɪnəlɪst/
noun

A person or team that reaches the last stage in a competition.

She was a finalist in the Miss Universe pageant.
Visual representation of "finalist" - A person or team that reaches the last stage in a competition

Often appears as...

  • grand finalist
  • semi-finalist
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Competition Stage

The term 'finalist' implies reaching the final stage of a competition, not just participating.

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After months of preparation, he became a finalist in the national spelling bee.
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Not Always Winning

'Finalist' doesn't mean the winner; it includes those who compete for the top spot.

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Although a finalist, she did not win the top prize in the contest.
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Context Importance

The significance of 'finalist' can vary greatly depending on the prestige of the competition.

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Becoming a finalist in an Olympic event is a huge honor.
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