Done

/dʌn/

The meaning and definition of Done, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To be reasonable or acceptable.
    β€œIt simply will not do to have dozens of children running around such a quiet event.”
  2. (ditransitive) To have (as an effect).
    β€œThe fresh air did him some good.”
adjective
  1. (of food) Ready, fully cooked.
    β€œAs soon as the potatoes are done we can sit down and eat.”
  2. Having completed or finished an activity.
    β€œHe pushed his empty plate away, sighed and pronounced "I am done."”
Synonyms accomplish carry out functionate attend serve wait on
Antonyms don't

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