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conclusive

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /kənˈkluːsɪv/

conclusive means: Proving something clearly or settling a question so that there is no doubt.

adjective

PROVING CLEARLYC1

Proving something clearly or settling a question so that there is no doubt.

  • We need conclusive proof.
  • The test results were conclusive.
  • The investigation found no conclusive evidence that he had lied.

Similar words: decisive, definitive

Opposites: inconclusive

Common phrases: conclusive evidence, conclusive proof, conclusive result

ENDINGC2

Related to the final part or ending of something.

  • The essay has a short conclusive section.
  • Her conclusive remarks returned to the opening question.
  • The conclusive paragraph brings the account to its close.

Similar words: concluding, closing

Opposites: introductory

Common phrases: conclusive paragraph, conclusive section, conclusive remarks

Questions about conclusive

What does conclusive mean?

Proving something clearly or settling a question so that there is no doubt.

What is conclusive in other languages?

Türkçe: kesin · Español: concluyente · Français: concluant · Deutsch: eindeutig · Italiano: conclusivo · 日本語: 決定的な

How do you pronounce conclusive?

It is pronounced /kənˈkluːsɪv/.

How do you use conclusive in a sentence?

We need conclusive proof. The test results were conclusive.

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