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apt ending

[/æpt ˈɛndɪŋ/]
noun phrasepl: apt endings
desfecho apropriado
1. A conclusion or finale that is particularly suitable, fitting, or appropriate for a given situation, story, or context
The movie had an apt ending that tied together all the loose threads of the plot.
O filme teve um desfecho apropriado que uniu todas as pontas soltas da trama.
2. A concluding event or outcome that is well-suited and timely given the circumstances
After years of hard work, winning the championship was an apt ending to his career.
Depois de anos de trabalho duro, vencer o campeonato foi um desfecho apropriado para sua carreira.
Synonyms
fitting conclusionsuitable endingappropriate finaleperfect endingtimely conclusion
Antonyms
inappropriate endingunfitting conclusionunsuitable finaleabrupt ending

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desfecho apropriado; final apropriado
Most common usage across Brazil
Portugal
desfecho adequado; final apropriado
Slightly prefers 'adequado' over 'apropriado'

Related Idioms & Phrases

a fitting end
a perfect ending
the right way to end something
a well-deserved conclusion
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